Registered Nurse (RN) Med/Surg

Lifepoint Health®; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Paid time off and family leave

Ongoing learning and career advancement

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Med/Surg unit in Sylva, North Carolina. This full-time position includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus for night shift with a 2-year commitment. As an RN, you'll provide compassionate care, perform patient assessments, and collaborate with a dedicated team.

The role requires an active nursing license, an associate's degree, and BLS certification. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including educational assistance, retirement plans, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license required.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred one year of experience in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and identify needs.
• Initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
• Complete and revise Interdisciplinary Care Plans.

Skills

Patient assessments

Nursing interventions

Documentation

Critical thinking skills

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg

Job Type: Full Time | Nights

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Night Shift with a 2-year commitment

Schedule: 3x12s, Night Shift (7p-7a). Weekends and Holidays Required.

LifePoint Health is dedicated to making communities healthier. By joining our team as a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide compassionate care to patients while contributing to this mission.

Work in a 28-bed Medical Surgical Unit with a 6:1 RN‑to‑patient ratio, collaborating with Physicians, Advanced Practitioners, Certified Nursing Assistants, and a dedicated nursing team to deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based care.

How You’ll Contribute

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient
• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage, with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period.
• Financial protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Active North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS and PALS certifications required within six months of hire.
• Preferred one year of experience.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.

EEOC Statement

Harris Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.