Med‑Surg RN: Impactful Care, Growth & Benefits

CHS Career Site; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO - vacation, holidays, illness

Health insurance (medical, dental, 16)

Education assistance & student loan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Career development

Job summary

Merit Health in Hattiesburg, MS, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure quality outcomes and a compassionate environment for patients and families.

The RN will assess patients, administer medications, participate in life-saving interventions when needed, and educate patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care, maintaining safety and

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
• RN licensure in state or compact state required.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS/PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with nursing process and organizational policies.
• Maintains accurate documentation and communicates changes in patient condition to the care team.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors for side effects.
• Assists physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
• Educates patients and families about conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
• Maintains infection control practices and ensures patient safety across the unit.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Infection control

Documentation

Education

RN licensure

BCLS certification

ACLS/PALS preferred

Job description

Merit Health in Hattiesburg, MS, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure quality outcomes and a compassionate environment for patients and families.

The RN will assess patients, administer medications, participate in life-saving interventions when needed, and educate patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge care, maintaining safety and