ICU Registered Nurse — Advanced Critical Care

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Madison, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in an assigned clinical area. You will coordinate patient scheduling, maintain records, and support admissions processes.

You will counsel patients and families, liaise with case managers, coordinate referrals, and serve on committees to improve patient care.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments and the importance of complying with medication schedules.
• Ensures the safety of patients.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines.
• Reports patients issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Computer systems

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in an assigned clinical area. You will coordinate patient scheduling, maintain records, and support admissions processes.

You will counsel patients and families, liaise with case managers, coordinate referrals, and serve on committees to improve patient care.