Acute Cardiac RN — Night Shift Telemetry & Care

Merit Health Wesley; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, Mississippi is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process. You will coordinate care with physicians and the health team to ensure quality outcomes and compassionate service.

The RN will document care plans, administer medications, monitor patient status, and participate in performance improvement initiatives within a supportive, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in acute care.
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings clearly.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring side effects.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process and unit policies.
• Document assessments, vitals, and care plans accurately in medical records.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency.
• Provide patient and family education on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Operate and monitor medical equipment safely and according to protocol.
• Engage in performance improvement initiatives and audits.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Infection control

Telemetry monitoring

Education

RN licensure (State)

Tools

Telemetry monitors

Job description

Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, Mississippi is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process. You will coordinate care with physicians and the health team to ensure quality outcomes and compassionate service.

The RN will document care plans, administer medications, monitor patient status, and participate in performance improvement initiatives within a supportive, community-focused environment.