RN Ccu

Community Health Systems•Hattiesburg, MS

16h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and delivers high-quality care in accordance with clinical protocols and physician or provider orders, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective care and desired outcomes. The role also helps maintain a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families. For the Critical Care RN, duties include administering prescribed medications and treatments, including intravenous therapies; managing complex medical equipment such as ventilators, monitoring devices, and life-support systems; and performing procedures such as central-line insertion, tracheostomy management, and advanced cardiac life support. The position also requires regular and reliable attendance, compliance with policies and standards, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute-care setting.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.
RN—Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
BCLS—Basic Life Support required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.

Nice To Haves

ACLS—Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
PALS—Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
NRP—Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Assess patients thoroughly, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration according to standards of practice.
Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code-team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients’ rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection-control protocols to help prevent healthcare-associated infections.
Monitor and operate medical equipment, including IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators, as needed for patient care and safety.
Promote patient safety by following National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to support adherence to practice standards and regulatory requirements.
Use responsible decision-making when planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
Participate in performance-improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development.
For critical care: administer prescribed medications and treatments, including intravenous medications and therapies.
For critical care: manage ventilators, monitoring devices, and other complex life-support systems.
For critical care: perform procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with applicable policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.