Registered Nurse (RN) | Full Time | Days - 2E Surgical Nursing

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse educated in the art and science of nursing, with the goal of helping patients attain, maintain, and restore health when possible. The RN provides patient care using the Nursing Process and follows the Mississippi Nurse Practice Act, ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, accreditation standards, CDC infection-control guidelines, and Singing River Health System nursing plans and standards. Competency is based on demonstrated knowledge, attitudes, and skills. New RN graduates and RNs in their first year of practice must participate in the Singing River Nurse Residency Program.

This position is at Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital on the 2E Surgical Nursing unit. The stated shift is 7 AM–7 PM. The RN supervises LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and Unit Technicians and reports to the Patient Care Manager. The role requires the ability to provide appropriate clinical judgment and professional care to patients of all ages. Duties and working conditions may be revised, and other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate from an NLN School of Nursing.
• Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Mississippi.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Complete and maintain any certification required for the assigned specialty area; applicable certifications and acquisition timelines are specified in the posting.
• Complete appropriate-level de-escalation training by the end of position orientation (90 days).
• Demonstrate keen assessment and decision-making abilities, strong written and verbal communication, emotional stability, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, attention to detail, multitasking ability, and ability to maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Have proficient computer and office-technology skills, including keyboard proficiency, MS Outlook, and Word.
• Be able to remain active for extended periods and work assigned schedules, with possible changes to off days, shifts, or weekends according to hospital needs.
• Meet the stated physical, sensory, and communication demands, including moving about the facility, handling negligible-force lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, repetitive keyboard use, and exposure to body fluids, sputum, and tissues.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of inpatient clinical experience is preferred. Experience must have been within the past five years, or the applicant must provide evidence of a successful refresher program.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and applicable nursing laws, professional standards, ethical codes, accreditation standards, infection-control guidelines, and SRHS nursing plans.
• Apply appropriate clinical judgment and professional skills to patients of all ages.
• Supervise LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and Unit Technicians.
• Complete and maintain required BCLS certification and applicable specialty certifications.
• Complete appropriate de-escalation training by the end of position orientation, within 90 days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed