Clinical Resident Nurse
Alpha Home Health and Hospice · Southaven, MS · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
This position involves providing direct and indirect patient care within a healthcare setting, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. The role requires demonstrating critical thinking, compassion, integrity, and respect while maintaining patient autonomy, dignity, and rights.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments
- Administer medications
- Deliver age-appropriate care
- Develop and evaluate patient education plans that involve families as needed
- Assist physicians with procedures
- Address psychosocial needs
- Promote cost-effective practices
- Prioritize effectively and ensure patient safety
- Commit to lifelong learning
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Computer literacy
- RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire
Skills
- Preferred certifications include ACLS/PALS
Key Duties
- Accurate patient assessment and medication administration
- Providing patient and family education
- Collaborating with healthcare team members
- Assisting with medical procedures and performing technical skills
- Addressing psychosocial aspects and coordinating post-discharge needs
- Practicing cost-effective resource management
- Ensuring patient safety and advocating for quality care