ER Nurse: Fast-Paced, Patient-Centered Care

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Starkville, MS, seeks a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You will apply nursing processes, critical thinking, and compassionate care to support patient autonomy and safety.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program and RN licensure with BLS within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS are preferred. Computer literacy is essential to support documentation and care coordination.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience: Not specified.
• Training: Not specified.
• Special Skills: Computer literacy.
• Licensure: RN; BLS certification within 14 days of hire (required). ACLS/PALS specialty certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient appropriately based on their medical condition.
• Administers ordered medications as prescribed.
• Provides care suitable to the patient's condition and age, including basic self-care.
• Develops and implements teaching plans with the family when appropriate.
• Utilizes nursing knowledge to perform treatments and provide services.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide patient care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and performs skilled tasks.
• Identifies psychosocial needs and coordinates with social services for hospital and post-discharge planning.
• Demonstrates cost-effective use of supplies and materials.
• Prioritizes patient care to maximize safety and efficiency.
• Promotes patient safety by reducing potential harm.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Starkville, MS, seeks a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You will apply nursing processes, critical thinking, and compassionate care to support patient autonomy and safety.

The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing program and RN licensure with BLS within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS are preferred. Computer literacy is essential to support documentation and care coordination.