Night Shift RN - Med-Surg: Impactful Care & Growth

CHS Career Site; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

Education assistance and student loan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Merit Health in Natchez, Mississippi is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve quality outcomes.

The role includes orthopedic and telemetry duties, medication administration, patient education, and infection control, with ongoing opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work culture. This is a full-time, night shift position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure and Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• ACLS/PALS are preferred.
• 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of nursing process and patient assessments.
• Ability to administer medications and collaborate with care teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care using the nursing process.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and staff to develop and implement care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Perform accurate patient assessments and document findings.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions as needed.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
• Maintain infection control practices and safeguard patient safety.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Infection control

Documentation

Safety standards

Education

RN licensure (state/compact)

BCLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

PALS certification preferred

Job description

Merit Health in Natchez, Mississippi is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve quality outcomes.

The role includes orthopedic and telemetry duties, medication administration, patient education, and infection control, with ongoing opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work culture. This is a full-time, night shift position with competitive benefits.