Seasonal Registered Nurse (RN) - MedSurg

Northshore Home Health Care; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care in Mississippi seeks a skilled registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care across settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes.

You will assess patients, administer medications, educate families, and support physicians during procedures while upholding safety, dignity, and cost-conscious practices.

Qualifications

• Must have active RN licensure and BLS within 14 days of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years' nursing experience in a relevant unit or specialty area.
• Computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients accurately based on their medical condition
• Administer prescribed medications and perform treatments
• Develop and evaluate patient and family education plans
• Collaborate with healthcare team to deliver comprehensive care
• Support physicians during procedures requiring technical skills
• Address psychosocial needs and coordinate post-discharge care
• Practice cost-efficient resource utilization
• Prioritize patient safety and minimize harm

Skills

RN license

BLS

Computer literacy

Education

RN program graduate

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct and indirect patient care in various settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Utilizes critical thinking, nursing processes, and compassionate care to ensure high-quality service. Responsible for patient assessment, medication administration, patient education, and prioritizing care needs. Assists physicians with procedures and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and families. Promotes patient safety and cost-effective practices, while maintaining patient dignity and rights. Demonstrates ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients accurately based on their medical condition
• Administer prescribed medications and perform treatments
• Develop and evaluate patient and family education plans
• Collaborate with healthcare team to deliver comprehensive care
• Support physicians during procedures requiring technical skills
• Address psychosocial needs and coordinate post-discharge care
• Practice cost-efficient resource utilization
• Prioritize patient safety and minimize harm

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a relevant unit or specialty area
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Computer literacy
• Active RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire
• Preferred certifications include ACLS/PALS