Med/Surg RN: Impactful Patient Care & Collaboration

Baptist; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Southaven, Mississippi, is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care. Responsibilities include assessing patients, administering medications, and formulating teaching plans. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited nursing program and possess strong critical thinking and communication skills. RN licensure and BLS certification are required. This role emphasizes patient safety and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient based on their medical condition.
• Knowledge of ordered medications and administers as prescribed.
• Provides care appropriate to the patient's condition and age.
• Formulates a teaching plan and evaluates effectiveness.
• Demonstrates nursing knowledge to perform treatments.
• Communicates with multidisciplinary team in patient care.
• Assists physicians with procedures.
• Identifies psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Utilizes supplies efficiently.
• Prioritizes patient care effectively.
• Promotes patient safety.
• Engages in lifelong learning.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Compassion

Integrity

Empathy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

A healthcare provider in Southaven, Mississippi, is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care. Responsibilities include assessing patients, administering medications, and formulating teaching plans. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited nursing program and possess strong critical thinking and communication skills. RN licensure and BLS certification are required. This role emphasizes patient safety and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.