How can overseas healthcare professionals work in the US?

They must obtain credential evaluation, pass relevant licensing exams (e.g., USMLE for doctors), and secure appropriate work visas.

Are there part-time and shift-based healthcare positions available?

Yes. Healthcare commonly offers shift-based, per diem, and part-time opportunities.

Do healthcare jobs require professional registration (RN, MD, etc.)?

Yes. Nurses must pass the NCLEX-RN exam and obtain state licensure. Physicians must be licensed by their state medical board.

What is the starting salary for healthcare roles in the US?

Registered nurses typically start at $65,000–$80,000 annually, while healthcare assistants earn $30,000–$40,000 depending on state.

What qualifications are required to work in healthcare in the US?

Clinical roles require accredited degrees and state licensure. Support roles may require vocational certifications or on-the-job training.

Mission Hospital

Registered Nurse - Various Units (Rutherfordton)

Rutherfordton, Nc, 28139, US

Description

Title: Registered Nurse - Various Units (Rutherfordton)

Location: Rutherfordton, Nc, 28139, US

Company: Mission Hospital

RN openings in various units - Behavioral Health, Cardiac, ED, Medical Surgical, ICU, Progressive Care/Stepdown, Staffing Pool, Women's & Children.

Select positions eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance! Only new hires eligible for sign-on bonus; prior employees have to be separated from Mission for at least 6 months to be re-eligible for sign on.

Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At Mission Hospital our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family.

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.

At Mission Hospital, our nurses play a vital part. We know that every nurse’s path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to create the career path that fits their life – for life – and empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our Registered Nurse opportunity.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Progressive Care Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care. In collaboration with medical providers, the RN provides pre-operative and post-operative nursing care. The RN serves as an advocate for patients to support an unparalleled patient experience.

What you will do in this role:

Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
Perform procedures or other functions as ordered by the medical provider.
Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
Perform the administration of prescribed medications and monitors response.
Maintain a knowledge of medications, procedures, and equipment used in the care of cardiac and medical-surgical patients.

What qualifications you will need:

Required Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing or enroll in a BSN or advanced degree program and obtain a BSN within 5 years of hire date into RN position. Grandfathering will be accepted between departments and Mission Health entities. Exemptions, or extensions, may be approved by the facility CNO and reported out to the CNO Council members. Each facility will ensure tracking of exemptions should this information be needed. RNs with 10 years or more of experience are exempt.
Preferred Education: Masters in Nursing.
Required License/Certifications: Must have and maintain current licensure as registered nurse with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. eNLC (Enhanced Nurse License Compact) license may apply, licensee should confirm with NCBON Certificate: BLS Healthcare Provider
Preferred License/Certifications: National Certification in area of specialty
Required Experience: One year nursing experience

Mission Health’s flagship hospital, Mission Hospital is located in Asheville and has been serving Western North Carolina since 1885. The hospital is licensed for 853 beds with 94 ER beds and includes the region’s only Level II trauma center, NICU and children’s hospital. Mission Hospital is Western North Carolina’s only Comprehensive Stroke Center, providing patients with the most advanced stroke care.

Healthgrades named Mission Hospital as of one America’s 50 Best Hospitals from 2020-2025, identifying the top 1% of hospitals in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year. Mission Hospital has earned the top ranking in Business North Carolina’s (BNC) annual list of North Carolina’s Best Hospitals, tying at No. 1 with Duke University Hospital and WakeMed Raleigh. Mission Hospital also earned the prestigious Magnet® Designation in November 2020, the highest international honor that distinguishes organizations that meet rigorous nursing excellence standards.

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.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Registered Nurse opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

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.