OB/GYN RN: Labor & Delivery Care Champion

Merit Health Central; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Merit Health Central in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating care with physicians and the healthcare team.

The role involves administering medications, monitoring patients, educating families, and participating in life-saving interventions when needed; strong communication and adherence to standards are essential.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: strong nursing process knowledge and communication skills
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and document findings accurately
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in care planning

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Document patient assessments and report changes to care team.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop care plans.
• Respond to medical emergencies and participate in CPR and code team activities.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Medication administration

Infection control

Education

RN licensure

BCLS certification

ACLS preferred

PALS preferred

NRP preferred

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Merit Health Central in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating care with physicians and the healthcare team.

The role involves administering medications, monitoring patients, educating families, and participating in life-saving interventions when needed; strong communication and adherence to standards are essential.