Nurse Graduate — Transitional Care Unit (2C) New Grad

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking December Nurse Graduates who are board-eligible to work under direct supervision of an RN. After demonstration of competency, you may provide direct and indirect patient care as outlined in unit orientation and job description, until obtaining the Mississippi Board of Nursing license.

You must have an Associate's degree or Nursing Diploma and obtain a valid nursing license within 120 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools, and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Records vital signs, intake/output, pulse oximetry and weights accurately and reports changes to RN.
• Assists and prepares patients for treatment, exams, and procedures as directed by RN.
• Administers and performs baths and basic hygiene measures as directed by RN.
• Assists with collection and delivery of specimens to 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.
• Adheres to infection control policy.
• Attends and participates in continuing education/in-service programs.

Skills

Clinical nursing procedures

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer systems/tools

Team environment

Education

Associate's degree or Nursing Diploma

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking December Nurse Graduates who are board-eligible to work under direct supervision of an RN. After demonstration of competency, you may provide direct and indirect patient care as outlined in unit orientation and job description, until obtaining the Mississippi Board of Nursing license.

You must have an Associate's degree or Nursing Diploma and obtain a valid nursing license within 120 days of hire.