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Unit: K8 General Surgery
Beds: 44
Staffing:
- Day Shift: 1 charge nurse, 11 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 unit secretary
- Night Shift: 1 charge nurse, 10 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 unit secretary
Patient Ratios:
- Day Shift: 1:6
- Night Shift: 1:7
Equipment Used: Telemetry, PCA pumps, wound vacs, Baxter IV pumps, TPN, tube feeds, urinary catheters
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner

Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty (RN)
Required Competencies:
- Telemetry competency
- Ability to manage 6-7 patients depending on shift
- Experience with urology and bowel patient populations preferred
Typical Procedures:
- TPN administration
- PCA management
- Wound vacs
- Tube feeds, PEG tubes, dobhoff tubes
- NG tubes
- Colostomies and urostomies care
- Management of drains (biliary, JP, nephrostomy, urinary catheters, CBI)
- Heparin drips, IV antibiotics
- Post-operative care for cholecystectomies, appendectomies, podiatry, bowel resections, plastics, urology surgeries, nephrectomies, hysterectomies, mastectomies, oral/maxillary, thyroidectomies, hernia repairs

Required Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- NIH Stroke Certification
- Telemetry certification
Licenses:
- Valid Registered Nurse License

Personality Fit:
- Positive, smiling, and engaging demeanor
- Fast-paced and energetic
- Strong communication skills with charge nurse, unit secretary, providers, and CNA team
Dress Code: Navy blue pants, navy blue or white scrub top and jacket (if needed), white undershirt (if needed). No sweaters, sweatshirts, hoodies, coats, or jackets.
Floating Areas: Other med-surg units as needed
Schedule: 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule

This unit is part of a Level II trauma center with comprehensive stroke and neonatal intensive care services.
The hospital has received multiple recognitions for clinical quality and nursing excellence.

Facility

3.1rating(156 reviews)

10 nurses recommend working with Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

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ADDRESS509 Biltmore AvenueAsheville, NC 28801

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

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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