Job Description
Transylvania Regional Hospital in Brevard, NC is seeking a Nurse Extern to support bedside nursing care under RN supervision. In this learning-focused role, you will assist with vital signs, hygiene, mobility, specimen collection, and documentation while reinforcing classroom knowledge in a real clinical environment. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, participate in patient admissions and discharges, and help maintain a safe, patient-centered environment. This position offers mentorship, exposure to diverse patient populations, and a pathway toward a future RN role within Mission Health and HCA Healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Assist RNs with direct patient care including vitals, hygiene, and mobility
- Support admissions, transfers, and discharges under supervision
- Collect specimens and perform basic clinical tasks per protocol
- Accurately document care in the medical record as directed
- Maintain a clean, safe, and patient-centered environment
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team
- Follow infection prevention, safety, and hospital policies
- Participate in learning opportunities and skills development
- Support rehabilitation and recovery activities as appropriate
- Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and integrity in all interactions
Required Skills
- Basic patient care techniques (vital signs, hygiene, mobility)
- Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
- Infection control and standard precautions
- Basic medical terminology
- Specimen collection and labeling
- Patient observation and reporting changes
- Time management in clinical settings
- Team-based care and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Customer service and patient experience skills
- Safety and fall-prevention protocols
