RN – Emergency Room

Lackey Memorial Hospital; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Health insurance

Retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Lackey Memorial Hospital in Forest, Mississippi, is seeking a Registered Nurse for full-time night shift work, including weekends and holidays, to deliver high-quality nursing care across all life stages. The role involves directing a care team, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring adherence to clinical standards in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications include RN licensure in Mississippi, CPR and ACLS, and TNCC within 18 months of ER assignment; experience is not required for beginners.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• CPR and ACLS certifications required.
• TNCC required within 18 months of ER assignment.
• Current RN licensure in the state is required.

Responsibilities

• Render professional nursing care to assigned patients.
• Direct and supervise other team members as assigned.
• Collaborate with physicians and multi-disciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide care across all life stages from pediatrics to geriatrics.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Nursing care

Team collaboration

Patient care planning

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Location: Lackey Memorial Hospital, Forest, Mississippi
Employment Type: Full-Time (2)
Shift: Night Shift including weekends and holidays as scheduled

The Registered Nurse renders highly professional and technical nursing care to assigned patients. Provides direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process. Directs and supervises other assigned team members and collaborates with physicians and multi-disciplinary team members to achieve the highest standards of care specific to the age of the patient. Provides patient care/services for all stages of the lifespan including pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.

Experience:

– None required for beginning RN.

– Refresher course required for nurses who have not worked in an acute setting for five years or more.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:

– Current Licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state.

– CPR Certification required.

– ACLS required.

– TNCC required within 18 months of assignment to ER

Physical Demands:

– Walking and standing throughout shift.

– Lifting patients with assistance daily.

Skills and Qualifications:

– Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, and listening skills).

– Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care.

Other Special Characteristics:

– May be required to work unusual or additional shift hours.

– Works under stressful conditions and in difficult situations.

– Works in a continually changing work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with night shift differential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holiday pay

Lackey Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.