Nurse Extern - Progressive Care Unit (PRN)

HCA Healthcare; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Mission Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Nurse Extern for Progressive Unit on a PRN basis to gain hands-on experience while supporting the nursing team in patient care in Asheville, NC. The role focuses on performing essential nursing tasks, documenting care, and learning under supervision to prepare for advanced responsibilities.

The position emphasizes infection prevention, collaboration with the team, and ongoing professional growth within a leading health system.

Qualifications

• Preferred Education: 1+ years of nursing school completed, or as mandated by state of practice
• Required Experience: None
• Preferred Experience: 1 + years of experience in an acute care setting
• Required License: Current NC CNA registry

Responsibilities

• Providing essential care for patients by helping with ADLs, checking vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring comfort and hygiene
• Performing nursing tasks like wound care, catheter care, collecting specimens, and other basic procedures as you gain experience
• Documenting care accurately and communicating timely updates with the nursing team to keep patient care seamless and coordinated
• Helping patients and families understand their care plans and offering guidance for their health and recovery
• Keeping patient areas clean and safe by following infection prevention practices, managing equipment, and maintaining an organized environment

Education

Nursing school 1+ year completed

Current NC CNA registry

Job description

Mission Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Nurse Extern for Progressive Unit on a PRN basis to gain hands-on experience while supporting the nursing team in patient care in Asheville, NC. The role focuses on performing essential nursing tasks, documenting care, and learning under supervision to prepare for advanced responsibilities.

The position emphasizes infection prevention, collaboration with the team, and ongoing professional growth within a leading health system.