Registered Nurse (RN) - Medsurg

Northshore Home Health Care; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care in Jackson, MS is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care across settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes, educate patients, and uphold dignity and rights.

The role requires critical thinking, compassion, and integrity to deliver high-quality care, with responsibilities including medication administration, patient teaching, discharge planning, and ongoing professional learning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure with BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS or PALS certifications preferred.
• Proficient with computers and basic software.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients based on their medical condition.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Provide age-appropriate care and assist with basic self-care.
• Develop and evaluate patient/family teaching plans.
• Utilize nursing knowledge to perform treatments and procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for comprehensive care.
• Assist physicians with procedures and manual skills.
• Coordinate discharge planning with social services.
• Practice cost-effective resource management.
• Prioritize patient safety and minimize harm.
• Engage in lifelong professional learning.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS certification

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Role Overview

This position provides direct and indirect patient care in various settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. It involves performing general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritizing care while maintaining patient dignity, autonomy, and rights. The role requires critical thinking, compassion, integrity, and empathy to deliver high-quality care and restore health whenever possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients accurately based on their medical condition.
• Administer medications as prescribed with knowledge of their effects.
• Provide age-appropriate care and assist with basic self-care activities.
• Develop and evaluate patient and family teaching plans.
• Utilize nursing knowledge to perform treatments and procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive care.
• Assist physicians with procedures and perform technical/manual skills.
• Address psychosocial needs and coordinate with social services for discharge planning.
• Practice cost-effective resource management.
• Prioritize patient safety and minimize harm.
• Engage in lifelong professional learning.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure with BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• Preferred certifications include ACLS/PALS.
• Computer literacy is required.