Blue Ridge Regional Hospital, part of Mission Health, is seeking Registered Nurse Residents to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive learning environment. In this structured residency, you'll provide direct patient care, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, and develop clinical judgment across diverse patient populations. Residents receive precepted shifts, skills labs, and ongoing education, emphasizing patient safety, communication, and critical thinking. Mission Health's inclusive culture supports wellbeing, mentorship, and professional growth while you build a strong foundation for a long-term nursing career. Responsibilities Provide safe, compassionate, evidence-based nursing care under the guidance of a preceptor Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and monitor response to treatment Document care accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the care team on care plans Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment, and discharge plans Participate in residency classes, simulations, and competency-based training Adhere to hospital policies, infection prevention, and patient safety protocols Respond to changes in patient condition and escalate concerns promptly Contribute to quality improvement and patient experience initiatives Demonstrate Mission Health values of compassion, inclusion, and excellence Required Skills Patient assessment Medication administration and safety Intravenous (IV) therapy Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation (e.g., Epic or similar) Clinical decision-making and critical thinking Vital signs monitoring and interpretation Wound care and dressing changes Care planning and care coordination Basic life support and emergency response Infection prevention and control practices