ICU Critical Care Nurse - Impact, Growth, Team

Merit Health Central; Bradie (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Health insurance

Education assistance

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development

Job summary

Merit Health Central in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure quality outcomes in a supportive environment.

You will perform assessments, administer medications, respond to emergencies, educate patients and families, and uphold infection control and safety standards while pursuing professional development.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in acute care required.
• RN license and state licensure; BCLS required; ACLS/PALS preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control, patient safety, and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Assess patients, document findings, and report changes to care team.
• Administer medications, monitor effects, and document administration.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop care plans.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatment, and discharge plans.
• Maintain infection control standards and patient safety practices.
• Document care thoroughly in the medical record and participate in audits.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessments

Medication administration

CPR & emergencies

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Job description

Merit Health Central in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure quality outcomes in a supportive environment.

You will perform assessments, administer medications, respond to emergencies, educate patients and families, and uphold infection control and safety standards while pursuing professional development.