Pediatric Inpatient RN - Emergency Dept (PRN)

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks an RN Inpatient for the Children\'s Emergency and Fast Track to provide patient-centered nursing care in a busy ED setting. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for pediatric patients, coordinating admissions, and educating families.

The position is part-time, on-site at Main Campus Jackson, with potential call per department needs.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient\'s condition, diet and related side effects of medications and treatments.
• Ensures the safety of patients.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor in accordance with department guidelines.
• Reports patients issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
• Serves on nursing councils, committees or task forces to improve patient care.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.

Skills

Nursing care procedures

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

RN license

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks an RN Inpatient for the Children\'s Emergency and Fast Track to provide patient-centered nursing care in a busy ED setting. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for pediatric patients, coordinating admissions, and educating families.

The position is part-time, on-site at Main Campus Jackson, with potential call per department needs.