Seasonal Med‑Surg RN: Elevate Patient Care, Collaboration

Baptist Memorial Health; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health in Meridian, MS is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned care setting, collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team to improve patient outcomes using nursing processes and compassionate care.

This role requires critical thinking, adherence to safety standards, and patient education, with BLS certification required within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS are preferred where applicable.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure with BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient appropriately based on their medical condition.
• Has knowledge of ordered medications and administers as prescribed.
• Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient including basic self-care activities.
• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family included in teaching as appropriate.
• Demonstrates ability to utilize nursing knowledge to perform treatments and provide services.
• Communicates/collaborates with multidisciplinary team in providing patient care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with social services regarding both hospital and post discharge needs.
• Demonstrates cost-effective practices and non-wasteful usage of supplies, linen, and charge items.
• Prioritizes patient care effectively and efficiently.
• Promotes patient safety by reducing the risk of unnecessary harm associated with health care.
• Assumes lifelong learning related to the nursing profession.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health in Meridian, MS is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned care setting, collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team to improve patient outcomes using nursing processes and compassionate care.

This role requires critical thinking, adherence to safety standards, and patient education, with BLS certification required within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS are preferred where applicable.