ICU Stepdown RN — Full-Time Critical Care Impact

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking an RN to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, leadership, and a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes, while applying nursing processes, critical thinking, compassion, and integrity.

The RN will perform general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization, ensuring patient autonomy and safety.

Qualifications

• RN license is required.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients based on medical condition.
• Administers medications as prescribed.
• Delivers patient education and prioritizes care.
• Plans teaching with input from family when appropriate.
• Utilizes nursing knowledge to perform treatments and services.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide patient care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and technical tasks.
• Addresses psychosocial needs of patients and families; coordinates discharge planning.
• Practices cost-conscious care by appropriate use of supplies and equipment.
• Prioritizes patient safety and maintains high quality standards.
• Engages in ongoing learning related to nursing.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care is seeking an RN to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, leadership, and a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes, while applying nursing processes, critical thinking, compassion, and integrity.

The RN will perform general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization, ensuring patient autonomy and safety.