Registered Nurse (RN) ICU

About the role

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network spanning 29 states with 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. 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.

Haywood Regional Medical Center is a 156‑bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Western North Carolina community for over 90 years, accredited by the American College of Cardiology – Chest Pain Center, The Joint Commission National Quality Approval, Addario Lung Cancer Foundation – Center of Excellence and Lung Cancer Alliance – Screening Center of Excellence.

Join our team in a 12‑bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Staffed with Registered Nurses (RNs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), our ICU operates with a 1:2 nurse to patient ratio. We offer Telehealth intensivists for immediate support and manage a diverse range of diagnoses including respiratory failure, cardio/pulmonary disease, sepsis, and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient
• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments

Requirements / Qualifications

• Active North Carolina or compact state RN license required; if relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.
• Associate's degree required, BSN preferred.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage – with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period; tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Access to our 54,000 sq. ft. Health and Fitness Center.

Pay

• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for New Grad RNs.
• $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for night shift experienced RNs with a 2‑year commitment.

Schedule

Full‑time nights: 3×12‑hour shifts, night shift (7 p.m.–7 a.m.). Weekends and holidays are required.