Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse — Impactful Birth Care

Merit Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health in Jackson, Mississippi seeks a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation in an inpatient setting. The RN coordinates care with physicians and the healthcare team, administers medications, monitors equipment, supports emergency response, and educates patients and families.

You will follow established protocols, maintain infection control, document thoroughly, and participate in performance improvement

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting required
• Knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care in accordance with policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration.
• Assists physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the care team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions as appropriate.
• Educates patients and families on conditions, treatments, and discharge plans.
• Implements infection control protocols and monitors safety and equipment.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

Patient education

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Education

RN licensure

BCLS

ACLS optional

PALS optional

NRP optional

Job description

Merit Health in Jackson, Mississippi seeks a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation in an inpatient setting. The RN coordinates care with physicians and the healthcare team, administers medications, monitors equipment, supports emergency response, and educates patients and families.

You will follow established protocols, maintain infection control, document thoroughly, and participate in performance improvement