Neonatal NICU Nurse Graduate — Board Eligible

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a December Nurse Graduate for the Children's of Mississippi NICU. You will work under direct supervision of an RN and provide direct and indirect patient care after demonstrating competency during orientation.

Eligible graduates must have an Associate's degree or higher in Nursing, obtain a license within 120 days of hire, and demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Nursing/Diploma.
• Must obtain nursing license within 120 days of hire.
• Board eligible from accredited school of nursing.

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs, intake, outputs, pulse oximetry and weights accurately and report changes to RN.
• Assist and prepare patients for treatment, exams, and procedures as directed by RN.
• Administers and performs baths and basic hygiene measures as directed by RN.
• Assist with collection and delivery of specimens to appropriate labs timely.
• Weighs, lifts, turns, and repositions patients utilizing good body mechanics.
• Submits proper patient charges for supplies/equipment in cost effective manner and reports equipment in need of repair to nurse manager or charge nurse.
• Assists in serving dietary trays and feeding patients as needed.
• Provides and documents care based upon patient's expectations, age, and development level.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Nursing/Diploma

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a December Nurse Graduate for the Children's of Mississippi NICU. You will work under direct supervision of an RN and provide direct and indirect patient care after demonstrating competency during orientation.

Eligible graduates must have an Associate's degree or higher in Nursing, obtain a license within 120 days of hire, and demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and computer skills.