Registered Nurse - Med Unit - 7A-7P; Full Time

TYLER HOLMES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL•Winona, MS

15h•$34 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct patient care in the medical-surgical setting. Communicates with Providers, Nurse Manager, and co-workers, regarding changes in patient care and patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures and standards. Able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current Registered Nursing license for the state of Mississippi
Current BLS Healthcare certification
Basic computer Knowledge.
Standing and Walking: Nurses must walk and stand for long periods, often for the duration of a 12-hour shift.
Patient Handling and Lifting: Ability to lift, transfer, position, and reposition patients, often involving managing weights in excess.
Body Mechanics: Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and twisting are required to provide patient care and operating equipment.
Physical Strength: Ability to push, pull, or carry objects, such as wheelchairs, carts, or equipment.
Fine Motor Skills: High dexterity and hand-eye coordination for delicate tasks like handling instruments, administering injections, and operating computers.
Sensory Requirements: Good vision for monitoring patient conditions, and hearing/speech for effective communication.
Environment: Exposure to hazardous materials, infectious diseases, blood, body fluids, and unpleasant odors.
Equipment: Frequently utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE).
Workload: Ability to manage high-stress environments and fast-paced environments.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification desired

Responsibilities

Performing physical exams, recording medical histories, and monitoring vitals to track changes in patient conditions.
Administering medications (oral, IV, injection, topical), changing dressing, and assisting with diagnostic tests.
Assisting with daily living activities (feeding, bathing, dressing) and wound care.
Assisting with laboratory test, inserting catheters, and providing treatments like nebulizers.
Adhering to infection control procedures and ensuring a safe environment for patients.
Creating, implementing, and updating patient care plans in collaboration with providers and specialists.
Educating patients and their families on disease management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Working with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient needs are met and advocating for patient comfort.
Answering phone and call lights, in a polite manner and communicating information to the appropriate personnel or family.
Supervising licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.