Registered Nurse

ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, LLC • Biloxi, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Bradford Health Services, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. At Bradford Health Services, we don’t just invest in our patients—we invest in our people.

Requirements

• Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing).
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Proficiency in direct patient care and nursing practices.
• Direct patient care and nursing care are fundamental to daily responsibilities, enabling the nurse to assess and respond to patient needs effectively.
• Patient education skills are utilized to communicate complex medical information clearly and compassionately, empowering patients to participate actively in their care.
• Wound care expertise ensures proper treatment and monitoring of injuries, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
• Telemetry skills are critical for continuous cardiac monitoring, allowing timely interventions when abnormalities are detected.
• Patient advocacy and collaboration with nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals ensure that care plans are comprehensive, patient-centered, and aligned with best practices.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years clinical experience in a hospital, healthcare, or behavioral health-related setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions.
• Educate patients and their families on health maintenance and post-treatment care instructions.
• Monitor patients using telemetry equipment to detect cardiac and other physiological changes requiring intervention.
• Advocate for patients’ rights and needs, ensuring ethical and compassionate care is delivered at all times.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and update individualized care plans.
• Deliver nursing care in medical, surgical, and pediatric settings, adapting to the specific requirements of each patient population.
• Document patient information accurately and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree