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Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) -Emergency Department

Job Type: PRN, Variable Shift

Shift Differentials:â âEvening $2.50/hour / Night $.00/hour / Weekend 1.50/hour

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Department/Unit Summary

Join our team in a dynamic 17-bed Emergency Department (ED) with a 1:4 nurse to patient ratio. Our diverse staff includes RNs, CNAs, Paramedics, Secretaries, and Providers, creating a collaborative environment to deliver exceptional care. Known for our wide variety of patient experiences, including Abdominal pain, and shortness of breath, we also take pride in our chest pain accreditation. With an average daily volume of approximately 74 patients, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality emergency medical care while working alongside a dedicated team in a fast-paced setting.

Your experience matters!

Atâ aywood Regional Medical Centerâ e are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As aâ egistered Nurse (RN)â oining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated toâ aking 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.

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Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contactâ delaide, Clinical Recruiterâ y texting or calling , emailingâ

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About our Health System
Haywood Regional Medical Center is a 156-bed facility located in Clyde, NC and is part ofâ ifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed toâ aking communities healthier®Ã¢ th acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

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How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

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What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:â

• Access to our 54,000 sq.ft Health and Fitness Centerâ ocations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accountsâ â

• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverageâ

• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees

• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matchingâ â â

• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellnessâ

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program required with a current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in North Carolina or from a Compact State.

Additional requirements include:

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) is required withinâ 0 days of hire.

• AHA ACLS and AHA PALS are required within six months of hire.â

• Handle With Care within 90 days of hireâ

• One year of experience preferred

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.â

Registered Nurse (RN) – d/Surg

Job Type: PRN, Variable Shifts

Shift Differentials: ââ vening $2.50/hour / Night $.00/hour / Weekend 1.50/hour

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Department/Unit Summary

Join our team in a 39-bed Medical Surgical unit where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). With a 1:6 nurse to patient ratio, you will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

Your experience matters!

Atâ strong>Haywood Regional Medical Center â e are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, youâ re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As aâ strong>Registered Nurse (RN) â oining our team, youâ re embracing a vital mission dedicated toâ i>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.

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Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contactâ strong>Adelaide, Clinical Recruiter â y texting or calling , emailingâ .

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About our Health System
Haywood Regional Medical Center is a 156-bed facility located in Clyde, NC and is part ofâ strong>Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network committed toâ i>making communities healthier ®â wit acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneâ your experience matters.

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How youâ ll contribute

Youâ ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

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What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:â

• Access to our 54,000 sq.ft Health and Fitness Centerâ locations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accountsâ â

• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverageâ

• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees

• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matchingâ â â

• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellnessâ

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program required with a current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in North Carolina or from a Compact State.

Additional requirements include:

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) is required withinâ 0 days of hire.

• AHA ACLS and AHA PALS are required within six months of hire.â

• Handle With Care within 90 days of hireâ

• One year of experience preferred

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.â strong>â

Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) -Operating Room

Job Type: Full-Time, Days

Commitment Bonus (2-Year): $15,000 for Day Shift, $0,000 for Night Shift

Shift Differentials:â âEvening $2.5 /hour / Night 4.00/hour / Weekend 1.50/hour

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Department/Unit Summary

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, Prostate, 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.

Your experience matters!

Atâ aywood Regional Medical Centerâ e are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As aâ egistered Nurse (RN)â oining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated toâ aking 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.

â

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contactâ delaide, Clinical Recruiterâ y texting or calling , emailingâ

â

About our Health System
Haywood Regional Medical Center is a 156-bed facility located in Clyde, NC and is part ofâ ifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed toâ aking communities healthier®Ã¢ th acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

â

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

â

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:â

• Access to our 54,000 sq.ft Health and Fitness Centerâ ocations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accountsâ â

• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employeesâ

• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverageâ

• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matchingâ â â

• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellnessâ

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program required with a current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in North Carolina or from a Compact State.

Additional requirements include:

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) is required withinâ 0 days of hire.

• AHA ACLS and AHA PALS are required within six months of hire.â

• Handle With Care within 90 days of hireâ

• One year of experience preferred

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.â

Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) - Recovery

Job Type: PRN, Variable Shifts

Shift Differentials:â âEvening $2.50/hour / Night $.00/hour / Weekend 1.50/hour

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Department/Unit Summary

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, Prostate, 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.

Your experience matters!

Atâ aywood Regional Medical Centerâ e are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As aâ egistered Nurse (RN)â oining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated toâ aking 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.

â

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contactâ delaide, Clinical Recruiterâ y texting or calling , emailingâ

â

About our Health System
Haywood Regional Medical Center is a 156-bed facility located in Clyde, NC and is part ofâ ifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed toâ aking communities healthier®Ã¢ th acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

â

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

â

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:â

• Access to our 54,000 sq.ft Health and Fitness Centerâ ocations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accountsâ â

• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverageâ

• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees

• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matchingâ â â

• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellnessâ

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program required with a current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in North Carolina or from a Compact State.

Additional requirements include:

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) is required withinâ 0 days of hire.

• AHA ACLS and AHA PALS are required within six months of hire.â

• Handle With Care within 90 days of hireâ

• One year of experience preferred

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.â

Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) -PCU/Telemetry

Job Type:Full-time, Nights

Commitment Bonus (2-Year): $15,000 for Day Shift, $0,000 for Night Shift

Shift Differentials:â âEvening $2.5 /hour / Night 4.00/hour / Weekend 1.50/hour

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Department/Unit Summary

Join our team in a 22-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Telemetry unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5. We are staffed with RNs, CNAs, Telemetry Techs, and unit secretaries, providing specialized care for patients primarily diagnosed with respiratory failure and cardiac conditions. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, utilizing advanced cardiac monitoring technology to deliver high-quality patient care and ensure optimal outcomes for our diverse patient population.

Your experience matters!

Atâ aywood Regional Medical Centerâ e are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As aâ egistered Nurse (RN)â oining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated toâ aking 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.

â

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contactâ delaide, Clinical Recruiterâ y texting or calling , emailingâ

â

About our Health System
Haywood Regional Medical Center is a 156-bed facility located in Clyde, NC and is part ofâ ifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed toâ aking communities healthier®Ã¢ th acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

â

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

â

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:â

• Access to our 54,000 sq.ft Health and Fitness Centerâ ocations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accountsâ â

• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverageâ

• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees

• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matchingâ â â

• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellnessâ

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program required with a current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in North Carolina or from a Compact State.

Additional requirements include:

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) is required withinâ 0 days of hire.

• AHA ACLS and AHA PALS are required within six months of hire.â

• Handle With Care within 90 days of hireâ

• One year of experience preferred

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.â

Description:

Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Department

Job Type: Temporary FT | Days

Your experience matters
At Harris Regional Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. 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.

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Adelaide by texting/calling or via email at

How you'll contribute
You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

Department/Unit Summary
Join our team in our 14-bed Emergency Department with a 4:1 ratio. Our diverse staff includes RNs, CNAs, Paramedics, Secretaries, and Providers, creating a collaborative environment to deliver exceptional care. Known for our wide variety of patient experiences, including Abdominal pain, and shortness of breath, we also take pride in our chest pain accreditation. With an average daily volume between 50-70 patients, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality emergency medical care while working alongside a dedicated team in a fast-paced setting.

About our Health System
Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed hospital located in Sylva, NC, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of North Carolina or from a compact state. Additional requirements include:
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days and maintain thereafter
• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year of hire and maintain thereafter
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year of hire and maintain thereafter
• 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.

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."

Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed acute care facility, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women̢۪ are, and emergency medicine, as well as sports medicine, physical therapy, imaging and laboratory services, and many other areas of subspecialty care.

Where We Are:
Located in western North Carolina, picturesque Sylva offers local restaurants, stores, & breweries with convenient access to Asheville & the Blue Ridge Parkway. The landscape is highlighted by waterfalls, rocky peaks and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, providing opportunities for whitewater rafting, hiking, and biking throughout the region. Sylva is home to Southwestern Community College and Western Carolina University, a mid-size four-year public college offering both undergraduate and graduate programs, located 5 miles away in Cullowhee. Both Asheville, NC, and Gatlinburg, TN, are just 50 miles away and Atlanta, GA is 150 miles from Sylva.

Why Choose Us:
· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
· Employee Assistance Program ⓠmental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
· Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare
· And much moreâ

Gener Summary

The House Nursing Supervisor provides 24-hour coordination of appropriate patient placement throughout the Hospital. The House Nursing Supervisor works closely with all departments, Medical Staff, and Administration to maximize the use of the hospitalsâ resources to provide quality patient care.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

Education: Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing is preferred.

Minimum Experience: A minimum of two (4) years experience acute care nursing practice that includes sufficient clinical and management experience to ensure competence.

Licensure/Life Safety:
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of North Carolina
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS must be current upon acceptance of position.
AHA ACLS certification or within 1 year of hire and maintain thereafter.
AHA PALS certification or within 1 year of hire and maintain thereafter.

Skills:
Ability to read, write and speak the English language; Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; Inter- and intra-departmental coordination of patient care activities; Delegation skills required; Ability to multi-task essential; Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential; Strong detail orientation required; Computer skills required; Personal time management skills are required; Adept as a change agent; Utilizes wide range of theories in managing complex problems or problem resolution; Demonstrated expertise related to the following required: commitment to the advancement of nursing practice and the nursing profession, interpersonal communication skills related to knowledge of group/system dynamics, commitment to staff education and development; Compliance with the American Nurses' Association Code of Ethics for Professional Nurses is required; Demonstrates knowledge of and practices within parameters outlined in North Carolina Nurse Practice Act.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Excessive walking, standing, stooping, assisting with positioning of patients, lifting, and some sitting; frequent keyboarding. This job poses the potential of occupational exposure to anesthetic gases, blood and body fluids, sharps, hospital grade cleaning solutions, flammable solutions; i.e. alcohol, latex, etc. in routine tasks performed. Work schedule may vary/fluctuate dependent on unit needs. Travel to other system facilities may be necessary.

Physical Requirements:
1. Ability to lift and move at least 50 pounds.
2. Ability to see colors, see at least 1 mm squares.
3. Ability to hear and distinguish heart, lung, and bowel sounds.
4. Ability to reach overhead.
5. Ability to remain calm, continue to function effectively and develop priorities during stressful situations.
6. Ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal media.
7. Ability to move an operate equipment and carry supplies.
8. Ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time.

EEOC Statement
â 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.â

Description:

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

The Infection Prevention Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day Infection Prevention program and activities for all designated healthcare facilities, clinics and healthcare services throughout the continuum of care for Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital.

Essential Functions:

1. Utilizes standardized definitions for community-associated and healthcare associated infection and case finding methodology. Develops data collection tools for the identification and classification of events, indicators and outcomes, based on available software and healthcare personnel support.
2. At least annually, evaluates surveillance activities that generate healthcare associated and occupationally acquired infection statistics with consideration to population served, services provided including high risk, high volume and problem prone populations/procedures and critical pathogens.
3. Based upon this evaluation and analysis, collaborates with the Director of Quality/Patient Safety Officer, Chief Nursing Officer and the Infection Prevention Committee Chair to design and implement the infection prevention and control strategies.
4. Selects appropriate benchmarks and thresholds, compares rates and analyzes trends. Makes recommendations for improvement based on data analysis, review of current literature, comparison of observed practices to professional standards, and results of multidisciplinary conferences. Evaluates actions, gives feedback, and reports outcomes to appropriate customers.
5. Identifies variances from baseline surveillance data that require actions. Recognizes need for epidemiologic study to investigate a problem. Coordinates with Director of Quality/PSO and the Infection Prevention Committee Chair and/or conducts investigations of clusters of infections or other adverse events occurring above expected levels.
6. Recognizes outbreaks associated with communicable diseases, identifies strategies to control outbreaks, implements interventions, educates staff and evaluates actions.
7. Maintains accurate database of infections. Compiles, analyzes, validates and disseminates infection rate data as required
8. Advocates for the patient, visitor and healthcare worker throughout the continuum of care by creating, implementing and revising at least every three years infection prevention policies.
9. Identify unsafe infection control practices and hazards. Design and implement alternative solutions to system-wide, departmental or unit problems.
10. Formulates, implements and evaluates strategies for system-wide, departmental, and unit based multidisciplinary staff education for Infection Prevention. Provides education and infection prevention strategies at New Employee and Nursing orientation and departmental in services.
11. Prepares accurate written and verbal reports describing studies, outcomes, and plan of action. Presents reports at multidisciplinary meetings including but not limited to: Infection Prevention, Patient Safety and Clinical Quality Committee, and Environment of Care.
12. Works with minimal supervision.
13. Identifies opportunities for improvement on the basis of indicators, process and outcome measures, other findings or observations. Coordinates/participates in quality/performance improvement activities.
14. Reviews national evidence based Infection Prevention and Safety standards and procedures, published studies, and recommendations to design corporate and departmental policies, interventions, and educational activities to reduce the risk for healthcare associated infections and improve patient outcomes.
15. Partners with Employee Health to assist in developing infection prevention and control strategies that address the risk of infection transmission between patients and healthcare workers, including policies and procedures for screening of healthcare workers for specific communicable diseases, investigation and follow-up of healthcare workers exposed to communicable diseases, and occupational exposures.
16. Collaborates with Facilities in policy development, investigation, and recommendations for corrective action related to healthcare facility construction and moisture management activities.
17. Completes and/or attends all required educational offerings.
18. Demonstrates the ability to manage time, coordinate departmental functions and promote professional growth as evidenced by completing assignments, attending programs and conferences, and preparing for and successfully obtaining certification.
19. Performs duties after hours as necessary when urgent and emergency issues arise.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS (Required or Preferred)

The following qualifications are the minimum requirements necessary to adequately perform this job. However, an equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities would be acceptable, subject to any legal and/or regulatory requirements.

Education:
Current RN licensure in North Carolina.
Completion of a State approved course in epidemiology and health laws is required within the first 18 months of employment in this role.

Experience:
* Certification in Infection Control and Prevention preferred.
* Certification in Infection Control and Prevention required within two (2) years of eligibility.
* At least 2 years clinical experience as RN, preferably acute care, required.
* Knowledge of Microbiology, biostatistics, and basic principles of hospital epidemiology preferred.
* Ability to identify and research problems required.
* Ability to interpret fundamental biostatistical information and computer generated materials preferred.
* Ability to analyze and interpret data and problem solve required.
* Good oral and written communication skills required

Description:

Registered Nurse (RN), Pre-op/Post-op

Job Type: FT | Days

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

Your experience matters
At Harris Regional Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. 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.

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Adelaide by texting/calling or via email at

How you'll contribute
You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
• $0,000 Sign-On Bonus for Night Shift, 15,000 Sign-On Bonus for Day Shift with a 2-year commitment
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Department/Unit Summary
Join our growing team! Our surgical department is made up of a 14 bed Pre-op, 4 bay PACU and 6 Operating Rooms. With dedicated Surgeons, Nurses and OR Assistants, you will gain experience in areas such as General Surgery, OB/GYN, Ortho/Sports Medicine, ENT, Urology, Bronchoscopies, Dental Extractions and Peds Dental Restorations.

About our Health System
Harris Regional Hospital is an 86-bed hospital located in Sylva, NC, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of North Carolina or from a compact state. Additional requirements include:
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter.
AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year of hire and maintained thereafter.
AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year or hire and maintained thereafter.

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."