Night-Shift Stepdown RN — Impactful Patient Care

Merit-Health-Natchez-1; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Merit Health in Natchez, MS is hiring a Registered Nurse for full-time night shift. The RN will provide patient-centered care, coordinate with physicians, administer medications, monitor equipment, and contribute to outcomes with adherence to protocols. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities include documentation, patient/family education, and participation in safety and quality initiatives. Licensure, BCLS, and ACLS/PALS certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
• RN - Registered Nurse licensure required (state licensure and/or compact licensure)
• BCLS and ACLS/PALS certifications may be required or preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered nursing care per the nursing process.
• Coordinate with physicians and multidisciplinary team for care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Monitor medical equipment and ensure patient safety.
• Document care and education in the medical record.
• Participate in life-saving interventions as needed (CPR, code team).
• Maintain infection control practices and compliance with policies.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Communication

Team collaboration

Infection control

Job description

Merit Health in Natchez, MS is hiring a Registered Nurse for full-time night shift. The RN will provide patient-centered care, coordinate with physicians, administer medications, monitor equipment, and contribute to outcomes with adherence to protocols. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities include documentation, patient/family education, and participation in safety and quality initiatives. Licensure, BCLS, and ACLS/PALS certifications may be required.