Registered Nurse (RN) | Part Time | Nights - Nursery

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is a professional nurse educated in the art and science of nursing, with the goal of assisting patients to 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 the SRHS Departments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services. Competency is determined by demonstrated knowledge, attitudes, and skills required for the position. New RN graduates and RNs in their first year of practice must participate in the Singing River Nurse Residency Program.

This part-time night-shift position is in the Nursery at Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital. The shift is 7 PM to 7 AM. The RN reports to the Patient Care Manager and supervises LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and Unit Technicians. Nursery RNs are required to complete and maintain Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification. RNs have 12 months from the date they begin working in the specialty area to obtain the appropriate certification. De-escalation training at the appropriate level must be completed by the end of position orientation, within 90 days.

The work involves patient care and clinical judgment for patients of all ages, collaboration with colleagues and other organizations, and use of computers and office technology. It includes frequent movement around the office and facility, possible travel to another facility within the SRHS service area, repetitive keyboard use, exposure to body fluids, and remaining active for extended periods. Schedules may be changed according to hospital needs, including off days, shifts, or weekends.

Requirements

• Graduate from an NLN School of Nursing.
• Current unrestricted Mississippi State licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• For Nursery work, complete and maintain Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification; certification is to be acquired within 12 months of starting in the specialty area.
• Complete appropriate-level de-escalation training by the end of position orientation, within 90 days.
• A minimum of one year of inpatient clinical experience is preferred; experience must be within the past five years or accompanied by evidence of a successful refresher program.
• Demonstrate clinical judgment, assessment and decision-making abilities, strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, multitasking, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels and the ability to maintain collaborative, respectful working relationships.
• Possess customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Be proficient with computers and keyboard use, including MS Outlook and Word, and office technology such as telephones and fax machines.
• Be able to work assigned schedules, with the understanding that off days, shifts, or weekends may change according to hospital needs.
• Be able to remain active for extended periods, move around the office and facility, and travel to another facility within the SRHS service area as needed.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of one year of inpatient clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and applicable nursing laws, professional standards, ethics, accreditation standards, infection-control guidelines, and SRHS nursing plans.
• Assist patients to attain, maintain, and restore health when possible.
• Apply appropriate clinical judgment and professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
• Supervise LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and Unit Technicians.
• Maintain required certifications and complete appropriate de-escalation training within the stated timeframes.
• Maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships throughout SRHS and with other organizations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time