Registered Nurse Neurology Med Surg

Mission Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Education support

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC is seeking a Registered Nurse for the A6 West Neurology unit—a 36-bed med-surg neuro tele unit focused on stroke care with an exclusive EMU. A generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available for eligible candidates.

You will lead and coordinate professional nursing care, assess and document patient status, administer medications, educate patients and families, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality neuro care across

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• Active RN license in North Carolina; eNLC may apply; verify with NCBON.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.
• Preferred BSN and national specialty certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's condition at admission and each shift, reporting changes promptly.
• Administer medications, monitor response, and document care in the medical record.
• Respond to patient requests promptly and proactively anticipate needs.
• Educate patients and families about condition, treatment, and follow-up.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Clinical documentation

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Introduction

This position offers a generous sign-on bonus as well as available relocation assistance for eligible candidates. Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career where you're appreciated daily? At Mission Hospital, our nurses are celebrated for their compassion and dedication to patient care. We take pride in setting a high standard for healthcare provision, and our nurses truly set us apart. We are currently seeking a passionate Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family, specializing in Neurology care on A6 West.

Overview of A6 West Neurology

Imagine yourself as part of our dynamic team on A6 West Neurology, a 36-bed med-surg neuro tele unit specializing in providing exceptional care to patients with various neurological conditions. We focus on stroke care and manage diverse conditions including myasthenia gravis, encephalopathies, dementia, brain, and spinal tumors. What makes us unique is our exclusive Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), where patients undergo 24/7 monitoring for seizure activity. In the EMU, we conduct tests such as tilt table testing, strobe light testing, sleep deprivation, and medication adjustments to diagnose epilepsy and tailor treatment plans, making a tangible impact on our patients' lives.

What Sets A6 West Apart

We have a close-knit, fun-loving team that prioritizes collaboration and mutual support. We believe in making work enjoyable while providing exceptional care to our patients. Join us and become part of a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Additional Insights

A6 West Neurology isn't just a job; it's a stepping stone in your nursing career. Whether you aspire to work in the ICU, become a Nurse Practitioner, or pursue a career as a CRNA, our unit provides the perfect learning environment and exposure to a diverse range of patients. Join us and build a solid foundation for your future in nursing.

Job Summary and Qualifications

What you will do in this role: Role Summary: Provides leadership which facilitates the delivery of professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to provide, delegate, supervise and document care and teaching of patients and family. Implements medically prescribed interventions.

• Assess the patient's condition during admission and each scheduled shift, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s), and ensure thorough and timely documentation of care administration in the patient's medical record. - Administer prescribed medications, monitor the patient for therapeutic response, and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to the medication.
• Provide exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests, proactively anticipating patient needs, and resolving them.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the patient's medical condition, treatment plan, medications, possible side effects, and follow-up measures, ensuring complete understanding by translating complex medical terminology.

What qualifications you will need

• Required Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing
• Preferred Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Required License/Certifications: Must have and maintain current licensure as registered nurse with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. eNLC (Enhanced Nurse License Compact) license may apply, licensee should confirm with NCBON. BLS Healthcare Provider
• Preferred License/Certifications: National Certification in area of specialty
• Preferred Experience: One year hospital nursing experience

Benefits

Mission Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future.

Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

HCA Healthcare

Mission Hospital is located in Asheville, North Carolina. This is Mission Health's flagship hospital, licensed for 815 beds. Healthgrades named Mission Hospital as of one America's 50 Best Hospitals from 2020-2023. Mission Hospital is in the top 1% of hospitals in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year. Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade recognized Mission Hospital with an "A," nationally recognizing Mission Hospital's achievements in protecting patients and providing safer healthcare. Mission Hospital also earned the prestigious Magnet® Designation in November 2020. This is the highest international honor that distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous nursing excellence standards. We are the regional referral center for tertiary and quaternary care. We are the region's only Level II trauma center. Mission Hospital also includes Mission Children's Hospital. The region's only children's hospital - providing 30 pediatric sub-specialists. We're the busiest surgical hospital west of Raleigh, North Carolina. We are the second-busiest in the state. Mission Hospital provides the only open heart and interventional cardiology in the region. We are the only Cyberknife provider west of Raleigh.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.