Registered Nurse – Day Shift Leader in Patient Care

West Tennessee Healthcare; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN seeks a registered nurse to provide quality patient care on an assigned unit, following the nursing process under supervision of the Director and Clinical Manager. You will coordinate bedside care, document thoroughly, and assist physicians during rounds as needed.

The role requires supervising staff, prioritizing orders, and collaborating with other disciplines for discharge planning and patient education.

Qualifications

• Performs patient assessment using the nursing process and age specific needs.
• Delivers and coordinates patient care on assigned unit on shift.
• Supervises nursing staff and ensures accurate order transcription.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate bedside care and delegate tasks to nursing staff.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, and families; assist with rounds and treatments.
• Prioritize physician orders and manage patient flow on unit.
• Discharge planning and teaching for patients and families.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Team leadership

Communication with patients/families

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

EMR / EHR systems

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN seeks a registered nurse to provide quality patient care on an assigned unit, following the nursing process under supervision of the Director and Clinical Manager. You will coordinate bedside care, document thoroughly, and assist physicians during rounds as needed.

The role requires supervising staff, prioritizing orders, and collaborating with other disciplines for discharge planning and patient education.