RN: Inpatient Vascular Access Specialist

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking an RN for the Inpatient Vascular Access Team to oversee nursing care, coordinate patient flow, and counsel patients and families on treatment plans. The role requires collaboration with case managers and other care teams and may involve call duties per department discretion.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, education, documentation, safety, and participation in hospital committees to enhance patient care and unit performance.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills; teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients and family members on condition, diet, and medication/treatment schedules.
• Ensures patient safety at all times.
• Coordinates referrals to services within and outside the unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor per UMMC guidelines.
• Reports patient issues to supervisor as appropriate.
• Serves on nursing councils or committees to improve care or the work area.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.

Skills

RN license

Education

RN license

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking an RN for the Inpatient Vascular Access Team to oversee nursing care, coordinate patient flow, and counsel patients and families on treatment plans. The role requires collaboration with case managers and other care teams and may involve call duties per department discretion.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, education, documentation, safety, and participation in hospital committees to enhance patient care and unit performance.