ICU Registered Nurse: Critical Care + Growth & Benefits

Merit-Health-Natchez-1; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

Education assistance and student loan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development

Job summary

Merit Health Natchez is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through nursing processes. The role collaborates with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure high-quality outcomes while maintaining a compassionate environment for patients and families.

The RN will administer medications, monitor for side effects, and participate in life-saving interventions when needed, including CPR and code team activities.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required in the U.S./state
• BCLS certification required
• ACLS and PALS preferred
• 0–2 years nursing experience or clinical rotations in acute care required
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care via the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Coordinate with physicians and team to deliver high-quality care.
• Administer medications and monitor side effects.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in CPR and code team activities.
• Educate patients and families on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols.
• Document care and communication in medical records.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Infection control

CPR/Code team

Education

RN Licensure

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Merit Health Natchez is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through nursing processes. The role collaborates with physicians and the healthcare team to ensure high-quality outcomes while maintaining a compassionate environment for patients and families.

The RN will administer medications, monitor for side effects, and participate in life-saving interventions when needed, including CPR and code team activities.