Cardiology Charge Nurse — Acute Care Lead

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking an RN Charge Nurse for the Adult Acute Care: Cardiology unit (3 South). The role requires assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care, coordinating unit operations, and guiding staff to ensure safety and quality.

Qualifications include a valid RN license. The position is full-time, 100% FTE, with hourly pay and duties including family communication, case management liaison, and participating in nursing

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients (and possibly family) on condition, diet and medication adherence.
• Ensures patient safety and quality of care.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside the unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Acts as a preceptor per UMMC guidelines.
• Reports patient issues to supervisor as appropriate.
• Participates in nursing councils or hospital committees to improve care.

Skills

RN license

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Clinical nursing procedures

Education

Valid RN license

Job description

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking an RN Charge Nurse for the Adult Acute Care: Cardiology unit (3 South). The role requires assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care, coordinating unit operations, and guiding staff to ensure safety and quality.

Qualifications include a valid RN license. The position is full-time, 100% FTE, with hourly pay and duties including family communication, case management liaison, and participating in nursing