Registered Nurse - Med Surg Days

Health Care Administrators Association; Jackson, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association in Jackson, MS is seeking a Head Nurse to oversee patient care, staff management, and daily unit operations.

The role requires RN licensure, BLS within 14 days, and at least 2 years of relevant experience; ACLS preferred. Strong leadership and communication are essential to maintain high-quality patient care.

You will work with clinical teams to improve processes, coach staff, and participate in performance evaluations to meet organizational goals.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire
• Minimum 2 years of relevant nursing experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Interpret diagnostic data
• Collaborate to improve department processes
• Guide during critical situations
• Evaluate intervention outcomes
• Implement innovative care practices
• Participate in clinical leadership activities such as coaching, staffing, and performance evaluations
• Communicate effectively with healthcare teams
• Support ongoing learning
• Ensure quality patient care aligned with organizational goals

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

2+ years experience

Computer literacy

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Role Overview

The Head Nurse oversees patient care, staff management, and daily operations within a specific nursing unit.

Role Overview

The Head Nurse oversees patient care, staff management, and daily operations within a specific nursing unit.

Key Responsibilities

include interpreting diagnostic data, collaborating to improve department processes, guiding during critical situations, evaluating intervention outcomes, implementing innovative care practices, and participating in clinical leadership activities such as coaching, staffing, and performance evaluations. They communicate effectively with healthcare teams, support ongoing learning, and ensure quality patient care aligned with organizational goals.

Qualifications & Skills

include a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, computer literacy, and RN licensure with BLS certification within 14 days of hire. Preferred qualifications include ACLS certification. The role requires a blend of caring, compassion, knowledge, integrity, and leadership to maintain safe, high-quality patient care while promoting patient autonomy and dignity.