Med/Surg RN: Elevate Patient Care & Growth

MERIT HEALTH NATCHEZ; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Education assistance

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development

Job summary

MERIT HEALTH NATCHEZ is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process, coordinating care with physicians, nurses, and other team members in our Natchez facility.

The role requires 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in acute care, with responsibilities including medication administration, patient education, and collaboration on care plans to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Assess patients and document findings.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor side effects.
• Assist physicians during procedures.
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Respond to medical emergencies and CPR.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Maintain infection control practices.
• Document care promptly in medical records.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN licensure

Job description

MERIT HEALTH NATCHEZ is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process, coordinating care with physicians, nurses, and other team members in our Natchez facility.

The role requires 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in acute care, with responsibilities including medication administration, patient education, and collaboration on care plans to achieve optimal outcomes.