RN - Inpatient Weekender Overnight - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

35d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. The role involves providing weekend overnight inpatient care. The RN will be responsible for assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. This includes coordinating the operations of the clinical area, managing patient scheduling, maintaining patient records, and overseeing the patient admissions process. The RN will also counsel patients and family members regarding treatment and conditions, act as a liaison with case managers and other healthcare professionals, and coordinate patient services and care. All job duties must be performed in accordance with the medical center's purpose. Weekend shift hours are defined as those worked from Friday 1900 through Monday 0700, with specific day shift hours from 0700 – 1900 and night shift hours from 1900 - 0700.

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: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed