Nurse Extern General Surgery
Company: Mission Hospital
Location: Rutherfordton
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization
that invests in you as a Nurse Extern? At Mission Hospital, you
come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in
programs to support our incredible team members over the course of
three years. 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 medical coverage that covers many common services at
no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services
and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for
dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible
spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident,
critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance,
identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care
coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free
counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and
financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of
pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with
10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and
family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto
repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity
and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance
services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance
(tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent
scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work
Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term
disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health
Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to
full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more
about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by
location. You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact
on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a
difference. We are looking for a dedicated Nurse Extern General
Surgery like you to be a part of our team. Job Summary and
Qualifications As a Nurse Extern, you’ll be a valued part of the
nursing team, gaining hands-on experience as you explore the full
scope of the Registered Nurse role. You’ll help deliver safe,
compassionate care that improves patients’ lives while building the
skills and confidence to take on more advanced responsibilities as
you progress through your nursing program. Your responsibilities
will include: Providing essential care for patients by helping with
ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), 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 and grow in your competency
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
Championing your growth and enhancing patient care by engaging in
learning opportunities, sharing ideas to improve care, and
partnering with your supervisor or preceptor to build your personal
career development plan What qualifications you will need: Basic
Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment
start date Currently enrolled and in good standing in a nursing
program where the controlling institution of the nursing program is
accredited under 21 NCAC 36.0302(b)(1). NC (CNA) Certified Nursing
Assistant Mission Hospital , a member of Mission Health, an
operating division of HCA Healthcare, located in Asheville, North
Carolina, serves as the regional tertiary and quaternary care
center in Western North Carolina and the adjoining region. Mission
Hospital is licensed for 853 beds and is the region’s only trauma
center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive
care unit, and includes the only children’s hospital in Western
North Carolina. Mission Hospital is also a Magnet® designated
hospital for nursing excellence. 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. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated
professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing
applications for our Nurse Extern General Surgery opening.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your
resume today to join our community of caring! 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.
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