OR Circulator Nurse: Care, Coordination & Impact

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Madison, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Mississippi seeks an experienced registered nurse to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned unit. You will coordinate patient admissions, scheduling, and record-keeping, and counsel patients and families on treatment plans.

The role includes precepting new staff, collaborating with case managers and other specialists, and participating in hospital committees to enhance patient care.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions.
• Educates patients and families on condition, diet, medications, and adherence to treatment.
• Ensures patient safety.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside the unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor per UMMC guidelines.
• Reports patient issues to supervisor as appropriate.
• Serves on nursing councils, hospital committees, or project teams to improve patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Clinical nursing procedures

Patient education

Education

Valid RN license

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) in Mississippi seeks an experienced registered nurse to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned unit. You will coordinate patient admissions, scheduling, and record-keeping, and counsel patients and families on treatment plans.

The role includes precepting new staff, collaborating with case managers and other specialists, and participating in hospital committees to enhance patient care.