Full-Time Float Registered Nurse

About this role

Float Registered Nurse

Acute Care Services | Ashe Memorial Hospital | West Jefferson, NC

At Ashe Memorial Hospital, our mission drives everything we do:

“To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high-quality health care.”

Recognized as Ashe’s Best Place to Work four years in a row, we are proud to offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where nurses are valued and empowered to grow.

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Float Pool provides high-quality, patient-centered care across multiple departments, including inpatient and outpatient settings. This role is ideal for a highly adaptable nurse who thrives in a dynamic environment and is confident delivering care across a variety of clinical areas.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Variable shifts based on departmental needs
• Department: Float Pool / Acute Care Services
• Travel: None required
• Supervisory

Responsibilities

• None
• Compensation: Competitive; commensurate with experience
• Why Join Ashe Memorial Hospital
• Opportunity to work across multiple departments—no two shifts are the same
• Supportive, close-knit team environment
• Meaningful work in a community-focused hospital
• Professional growth and skill development across diverse clinical settings
• Competitive compensation and benefits beginning the first of the month following employment

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care across assigned departments
• Float between units to meet patient care needs and staffing demands
• Perform patient assessments, monitor conditions, and respond to changes promptly
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with clinical protocols
• Respond effectively in emergency and high-acuity situations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
• Experience: Recent Medical-Surgical, Emergency, or Critical Care experience required
• Certifications:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required within orientation
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – required within 3 months
• Core Competencies
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment

- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Confidence in managing diverse patient populations
• Commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care

Employment Requirements

• Compliance with all hospital policies, including vaccination requirements (approved exemptions considered)
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening (post-offer)

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Completed application
• Resume
• Cover letter

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ashe Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs.

Make a Meaningful Impact

If you’re adaptable, skilled, and ready to make a difference across multiple care settings, this is your opportunity to join a team that truly has your back.