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BACKFILL!!! The Kind. The Brave. The Driven. Committed to Positive Impact. Committed to You. Mission Hospital, located in Asheville, North Carolina, is Mission Health's flagship hospital, licensed for 815 beds. Healthgrades named Mission Hospital as one America's 50 Best Hospitals from 2020-2023, identifying 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, the highest international honor that distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous nursing excellence standards. For an up-to-date list of Mission Hospital's recognitions, visit our Awards & Recognitions page. We are the region's referral center for the only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit. And Mission Children's Hospital – the region's only children's hospital, including a pediatric emergency room– providing 30 pediatric subspecialists. We serve as the busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas. Mission Hospital provides the only open heart and interventional cardiology in the region. Earned a three-star rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for its patient care and outcomes.

Job requirements

Must have an NC License, BLS certification.
Preferred or nice to have: Hospital experience, Ortho experience.

Schedule information

Shift Information: Day Shift – 1 charge RN, 6 RNs, 1-2 LPNs, 3 PCTs, & 1 HUC; Night Shift – 1 charge RN, 5 RNs, 1-2 LPNs, 2PCTs, & 1 HUC.
Patient Ratios – Day shift 5:1(6:1 stretch) Night shift 6:1 (7:1 stretch).
Weekends and On call: Every other weekend.

Unit specific information

J6 Orthopedics Location: Mission Hospital Floor: J6 Building: Mission Main
Number of Beds – 32 individual rooms
Number of Staff – 50
Type of staff: Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Patient Care Technicians, Health Unit Coordinators.
Type of equipment – Walkers, Bedside Commode, Bladder Scanners, CPM, Sky lifts, Sara Stedy, Sara Lift, Maxi Move, vital sign machine, hover mat, bair hugger, Wheelchairs.
EMR - Cerner
Typical procedures performed: Dressing changes, suture/staple removal, Foley Catheter, NG Tubes, Wound Vac maintenance and removal.
Best personality Fit: Team player and ability to adapt to fast pace environment. Ability to care like family.

Additional Details

Dressing Code: Scrub Color/Attire - RNs Navy, PCTs Galaxy Blue, LPNs Sage Green.

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ADDRESS509 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28801

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About Asheville, NC

As a Travel Orthopedics Nurse in Asheville, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages may be slightly lower than in some larger cities, but they generally match up well with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
Winter highs average around 47°F with lows around 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Car friendliness with easy access to highways and parking.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Asheville is known for its diversity and has a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pollen in the area.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants, vibrant art and music scenes, various sports activities, and ample outdoor opportunities such as hiking, camping, and river activities.

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