RN Med-Surg: Elevate Patient Care & Coordination

Healthier Mississippi Collaborative; Canton (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a registered nurse to assess and implement patient care in an assigned clinical area, coordinate admissions, and maintain records. You will educate patients and families, liaise with case managers and other services, and serve on hospital committees to improve care.

The role requires RN licensure, strong communication, and teamwork, with adherence to UMMC guidelines for precepting and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
• Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments and the importance of complying with medication schedules.
• Ensures the safety of patients.
• Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines.
• Reports patients issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
• Serves on nursing council, hospital, or medical center committees to improve patient care or work area.

Skills

Nursing procedures

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a registered nurse to assess and implement patient care in an assigned clinical area, coordinate admissions, and maintain records. You will educate patients and families, liaise with case managers and other services, and serve on hospital committees to improve care.

The role requires RN licensure, strong communication, and teamwork, with adherence to UMMC guidelines for precepting and patient safety.