Inpatient RN: Patient Care & Coordination

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (AL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking an RN-Inpatient VAT to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned clinical area. The role coordinates patient scheduling, records, admissions, and serves as liaison with case managers and home health staff.

The position requires RN licensure and involves educational duties as needed, with a rotating shift and hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient’s condition, diet and related side effects of treatments.
• Ensures the safety of patients.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of the unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines.
• Reports patient issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
• Serves on at least one nursing council or committee to improve patient care; demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.

Skills

Clinical nursing procedures

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer systems

Teamwork

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking an RN-Inpatient VAT to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned clinical area. The role coordinates patient scheduling, records, admissions, and serves as liaison with case managers and home health staff.

The position requires RN licensure and involves educational duties as needed, with a rotating shift and hourly pay.