RN-Inpatient - Children's of Mississippi - Float Pool

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. The position also coordinates clinical area operations, including patient scheduling, record maintenance, and managing the admission process. Responsibilities include counseling patients and families on treatment and conditions, acting as a liaison with case managers and other healthcare professionals, coordinating patient services, and performing duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose. This job profile may require on-call duties at 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 patients 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed