UMMC Greenwood-Med/Surg-RN I-PRN-Community Hospitals

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Greenwood, MS

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. The role includes coordinating the operations of a clinical area, managing patient scheduling, maintaining patient records, and overseeing the patient admissions process. Additionally, the position requires counseling patients and family members on treatment and conditions, acting as a liaison between case managers, home health nurses, and utilization review, and coordinating patient services and care. All job duties must be performed in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

Requirements

• Valid RN license.
• 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 at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed