RN, Obstetrics/L&D: Patient-Centered Care & Education

Community Health Systems; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance (med/dn

Education assistance and student loan.

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development

Job summary

Merit Health in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process. This role collaborates with physicians and healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities include administering medications, performing assessments, educating patients and families, and participating in life-saving interventions as needed. Night shift, full-time position with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of competency
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients in care planning
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care
• Implements infection control protocols to prevent spread of infections
• Monitors and operates medical equipment as needed
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks
• Documents patient care thoroughly in the medical record
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives
• Education and care for obstetrics-related areas including labor and delivery care
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Infection control

CPR/Code team

Education

RN – Registered Nurse license

Tools

Medical equipment handling

Job description

Merit Health in Jackson, MS is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care across the nursing process. This role collaborates with physicians and healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities include administering medications, performing assessments, educating patients and families, and participating in life-saving interventions as needed. Night shift, full-time position with opportunities for professional growth.