Emergency Department RN - Fast-Paced Patient Care

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Madison, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a registered nurse to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned clinical area. You will coordinate patient admissions, records, and scheduling while counseling patients and families on treatment plans and conditions.

You will act as liaison between case managers, home health, utilization review, and related services, ensuring safe, high-quality care and maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required.
• Experience with clinical nursing care procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of computer systems and programs.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments and the importance of complying with medication schedules.
• Ensures the safety of patients.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines.
• Reports patients issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
• Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area. Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer systems familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Valid RN license

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a registered nurse to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned clinical area. You will coordinate patient admissions, records, and scheduling while counseling patients and families on treatment plans and conditions.

You will act as liaison between case managers, home health, utilization review, and related services, ensuring safe, high-quality care and maintaining accurate documentation.