ICU Night Shift RN: Critical Care Champion

Merit Health River Oaks; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Career development

Job summary

Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, MS, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes. The role emphasizes clinical excellence, compassionate communication, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Candidates should have 0-2 years of clinical experience, state RN licensure, and BCLS; ACLS, PALS, or NRP are preferred.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student rotations in acute care.
• Must hold an active RN license and Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care using the nursing process.
• Documents assessments, plans, and interventions accurately in the medical record.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors for adverse effects.
• Collaborates with physicians and the care team to develop and evaluate care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life‑saving interventions as needed.
• Educates patients and families about conditions, treatments, and post‑discharge care.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

RN licensure (State)

Job description

Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, MS, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes. The role emphasizes clinical excellence, compassionate communication, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Candidates should have 0-2 years of clinical experience, state RN licensure, and BCLS; ACLS, PALS, or NRP are preferred.