Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room

Lifepoint Health®; Clyde (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

401(k) retirement package and company match

Free gym memberships and mental health services

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Operating Room at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Clyde, North Carolina. This full-time position offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, initiating nursing interventions, and ensuring accurate documentation. Applicants must have a current RN license and an associate's degree from an accredited school. Join us in a rewarding role dedicated to improving community health.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license required.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessments and identify patient needs.
• Perform nursing interventions and document appropriately.
• Participate in developing and revising Interdisciplinary Care Plans.

Skills

Current North Carolina Registered Nurse license

AHA Basic Life Support certification

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

One year of experience preferred

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Job Type: Full Time | Days

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus for Day Shift with a 2-year commitment for eligible candidates.

Schedule: 4x10s or 5x8s + Days, call may be required.

Your Experience Matters

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

The operating room is equipped with six beds and handles an average of 400 cases per month. The scope of procedures includes a diverse range of specialties: Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT), Cataract and Retinal Eye surgeries, Gynecologic, Laparoscopic and Endoscopic, Orthopedic, Pain Management, Plastic and Reconstructive, and Gastroenterological surgeries. The majority of cases are general and orthopedic. Surgical operations are conducted Monday through Friday, with additional night, weekend, and holiday call rotations to ensure continuous coverage.

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

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• 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 and 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.
• Access to our 54,000 sq. ft. Health and Fitness Center https://www.myhaywoodregional.com/locations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

What We're Looking For

• Applicants should have a current North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Adelaide by email at [e-mail].

More About Haywood Regional Medical Center

Haywood Regional Medical Cente r is a 156‑bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Western North Carolina community for over 90 years. We are proud to be recognized for our accreditation in the American College of Cardiology - Chest Pain Center, The Joint Commission National Quality Approval, Addario Lung Cancer Foundation - Center of Excellence and Lung Cancer Alliance - Screening Center of Excellence.

EEOC Statement

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

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.