RN Inpatient- Children's Float Pool

University of Mississippi Medical Center•Jackson, MS

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Assesses, develops, implements and evaluates the nursing care and treatment for patients. Coordinates clinical operations including patient scheduling, maintaining patient records and managing the patient admissions process. Counsels with patients and family members on treatment and conditions of patients. This role will provide care across various units as needed, without a permanent assignment to any single department. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion.

Requirements

Valid RN license
Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs.
Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients.
Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments and the importance of complying with medication schedules.
Ensures the safety of patients.
Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit.
Maintains accurate patient records.
Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines.
Reports patient issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area.
Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.