RN - 19509849

University Of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

10h

About The Position

Seeking experienced Registered Nurses to provide excellent patient care in a fast-paced environment. The role requires clinical skills and experience caring for high-acuity patients. Positions are available in Jackson, Mississippi, and Grenada, Mississippi; local candidates may be considered at a modified traveler rate.

The RN will work in Med/Surg units with bed counts ranging from 12 to 30. Typical nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:5 to 1:6, adjusted for patient acuity. Common diagnoses include general Med/Surg conditions, congestive heart failure, diabetes, post-surgical care, trauma, acute kidney injury, sickle cell anemia, gastroparesis, and respiratory illnesses.

Shifts are 12 hours, either 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m.; self-scheduling is not available. Nurses work every other weekend or two weekends per month, and holiday assignments rotate with regular staff. Floating is required within the nurse’s skill set across Med/Surg units; core staff handle higher-acuity patients. Orientation includes an introduction to the unit, paperwork, a unit tour, and additional shifts with a preceptor for hands-on training.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of RN experience.
• At least 6 months of recent experience in a Level I trauma center or a facility with 400 or more beds, with significant surgical and high-acuity patient exposure.
• Proficiency in EPIC charting; training will not be provided during orientation.
• Current BLS certification.
• Flu vaccination; medical accommodations must be supported by a physician’s note.
• FBI fingerprinting, processed in person or remotely.
• Ability to manage heparin drips and operate telemetry equipment.
• Availability for 12-hour shifts, every other weekend or two weekends per month, rotating holidays, and floating within skill sets across Med/Surg units.

Nice To Haves

• At least one completed travel assignment is highly preferred but not required.
• ACLS certification for charge RNs.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a fast-paced environment, including care for high-acuity patients.
• Work in Med/Surg units and manage the patient conditions listed in the posting.
• Manage heparin drips and operate telemetry equipment.
• Float across Med/Surg units within the nurse’s skill set.
• Work the assigned 12-hour shifts, including the stated weekend and rotating holiday requirements.

What This Job Offers

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