Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Black Women’s Mental Health Institute in Collierville, TN is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care across care settings. You will collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes, delivering high-quality nursing services with compassion and respect while maintaining patient dignity and autonomy.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, medication administration, education for patients and families, and assisting with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Knowledge of medications and ability to administer as prescribed.
• Computer literacy required.
• RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS/PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition accurately and formulate appropriate care plans.
• Communicate and collaborate with healthcare teams.
• Assist physicians with procedures and perform technical tasks.
• Educate patients and families, including evaluating learning outcomes.
• Identify and address psychosocial needs, coordinating with social services.
• Implement cost-effective practices and promote patient safety.
• Engage in lifelong learning to stay current in nursing practice.

Skills

Medication administration

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

RN license (state licensure)

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS (preferred)

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct and indirect patient care in various care settings, collaborating with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. The role requires delivering high-quality nursing services with compassion, integrity, and respect, while preserving patient dignity and autonomy. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, medication administration, patient education, and assisting with procedures. The nurse must address psychosocial needs of patients and families, promote patient safety, and ensure efficient use of resources.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Knowledge of medications and ability to administer as prescribed
• Computer literacy
• RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire
• Preferred certifications include ACLS/PALS

Key Duties

• Assess patient condition accurately and formulate appropriate care plans
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams
• Assist physicians with procedures and perform technical tasks
• Educate patients and families, including evaluating learning outcomes
• Identify and address psychosocial needs, coordinating with social services
• Implement cost-effective practices and promote patient safety
• Engage in lifelong learning to stay current in nursing practice