ER Nurse Specialist: Rapid Care, Education & Coordination

Healthier Mississippi People; Lexington (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking an RN to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned clinical area. You will coordinate patient scheduling, maintain records and manage admissions, and counsel patients and families on treatment and conditions.

As a liaison between case managers, home health nurses, utilization review, and other services, you will coordinate patient services and care in alignment with the medical center's purpose.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients and families on treatment, conditions, and medication schedules.
• Ensures patient safety.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside the unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor in accordance with guidelines.
• Reports patient issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
• Participates in committees or projects to improve patient care and work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

RN license

Job description

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking an RN to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned clinical area. You will coordinate patient scheduling, maintain records and manage admissions, and counsel patients and families on treatment and conditions.

As a liaison between case managers, home health nurses, utilization review, and other services, you will coordinate patient services and care in alignment with the medical center's purpose.