ICU Registered Nurse: Critical Care Impact and Growth

CHS Career Site; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health insurance (health

Paid time off

Education assistance

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development

Job summary

Merit Health in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process. You will coordinate and deliver high-quality care, collaborate with physicians and the care team, and ensure adherence to clinical protocols and orders.

The role involves administering medications, participating in emergencies, and educating patients and families while maintaining a compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and reports changes in condition to the care team.
• Administers prescribed medications and documents administration.
• Assists physicians during procedures within competency and scope.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop and evaluate care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions as appropriate.
• Documents patient care thoroughly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Infection control

Patient safety

CPR / Code team

Education

RN licensure (State)

BCLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

PALS certification preferred

Job description

Merit Health in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process. You will coordinate and deliver high-quality care, collaborate with physicians and the care team, and ensure adherence to clinical protocols and orders.

The role involves administering medications, participating in emergencies, and educating patients and families while maintaining a compassionate environment.