ICU RN: Critical Care & Life-Saving Impact

Merit Health River Region Medical Center; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, ill

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Job summary

Merit Health River Region Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care and coordinate nursing care across the patient care continuum. The RN will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality outcomes while maintaining a compassionate environment for patients and families.

The role emphasizes adherence to clinical protocols, medication administration, and continuous professional development to support

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessments

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Infection control

Safety compliance

Communication

Job description

Merit Health River Region Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care and coordinate nursing care across the patient care continuum. The RN will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality outcomes while maintaining a compassionate environment for patients and families.

The role emphasizes adherence to clinical protocols, medication administration, and continuous professional development to support