Nursing Unit Lead: Patient Care & Team Leadership

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Jackson, MS is seeking a Head Nurse responsible for overseeing patient care and staff management in a nursing unit. The role includes interpreting diagnostic data, guiding interventions during emergencies, and evaluating care effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience in a similar setting and an RN license. Skills in clinical leadership and a commitment to improving patient outcomes are essential. BLS and ACLS certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience on current unit or in like setting/specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care and staff management in a nursing unit.
• Interpret and combine diagnostic data for patient care.
• Provide guidance during life-threatening situations.
• Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and expected outcomes.
• Implement work processes to improve patient outcomes.
• Participate in clinical leadership activities.
• Collaborate to improve health care delivery.
• Support lifelong learning.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Jackson, MS is seeking a Head Nurse responsible for overseeing patient care and staff management in a nursing unit. The role includes interpreting diagnostic data, guiding interventions during emergencies, and evaluating care effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years experience in a similar setting and an RN license. Skills in clinical leadership and a commitment to improving patient outcomes are essential. BLS and ACLS certifications are required.