ICU Registered Nurse - Critical Care Specialist

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking an experienced registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned care setting. The role emphasizes critical thinking, nursing processes, compassion, integrity, and respect while upholding patient autonomy and dignity.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, patient education, and collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure with BLS within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS/PALS certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient appropriately and accurately based on their medical condition.
• Administers ordered medications and monitors as prescribed.
• Provides age-appropriate care including basic self-care activities.
• Delivers teaching plans and evaluates learning effectiveness with family involvement.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide patient care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and uses skills requiring technical ability.
• Addresses psychosocial needs and coordinates post-discharge planning.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

RN licensure

BLS Certification within 14 days of hire

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

ACLS/PALS Certification

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking an experienced registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned care setting. The role emphasizes critical thinking, nursing processes, compassion, integrity, and respect while upholding patient autonomy and dignity.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, patient education, and collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes.