Lead Charge RN — Patient Care Leader & Mentor

Healthier Mississippi People (HMP); Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People (HMP) is seeking an experienced RN to serve as lead nurse on the assigned unit, providing expert patient care and guiding staff in care delivery.

You will collaborate with physicians and health care teams, educate patients and families, ensure safety, maintain accurate records, and assist leadership with scheduling and staff development. This role requires current RN license and at least one year in clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as RN with at least 1 year of experience.
• BSN preferred.
• Knowledge of staff nursing care procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatments and procedures for patients.
• Serves as lead nurse, supervises and trains RNs and other nursing staff.
• Ensures the safety of patients.
• Educates patients and families on condition, diet and medications.
• Consults with medical and health care staff regarding patient care.
• Maintains accurate patient records (charts, schedules, procedures, medication history).
• Assists leadership in scheduling and ensuring appropriate staffing.
• Participates in ongoing staff evaluation with leadership.
• Duties may be adjusted by management as needed.

Skills

Nursing procedures

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer systems knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Healthier Mississippi People (HMP) is seeking an experienced RN to serve as lead nurse on the assigned unit, providing expert patient care and guiding staff in care delivery.

You will collaborate with physicians and health care teams, educate patients and families, ensure safety, maintain accurate records, and assist leadership with scheduling and staff development. This role requires current RN license and at least one year in clinical practice.