Geriatric Psych RN – Collaborative Care

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Meridian, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned setting. You will collaborate with physicians and the care team to improve patient outcomes, apply nursing processes, and educate patients and families.

The role requires critical thinking, compassion, and a commitment to patient autonomy and safety. Duties include assessments, medication administration, care planning, teaching, and coordinating with social

Qualifications

• RN licensure required or pending.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS/PALS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient appropriately based on condition.
• Administers ordered medications and monitors effects.
• Provides care and education appropriate to patient age and condition.
• Develops and communicates a teaching plan with family involvement.
• Demonstrates nursing knowledge in treatments and services.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide patient care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and clinical tasks.
• Addresses psychosocial needs and coordinates discharge planning with social services.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Nursing processes

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Meridian, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned setting. You will collaborate with physicians and the care team to improve patient outcomes, apply nursing processes, and educate patients and families.

The role requires critical thinking, compassion, and a commitment to patient autonomy and safety. Duties include assessments, medication administration, care planning, teaching, and coordinating with social