RN - Med/Surg - FT
Mental Health Association of Rochester · Southaven, MS · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
Role Overview This position involves providing direct and indirect patient care within the assigned setting, collaborating with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality care through critical thinking, compassionate communication, and respecting patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. It includes performing general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization, along with other assigned tasks.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients accurately based on their condition
- Administer medications as prescribed
- Provide age-appropriate care and support self-care activities
- Develop and evaluate patient and family teaching plans
- Utilize nursing knowledge for treatments and services
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in care delivery
- Assist physicians with procedures and perform technical skills
- Address psychosocial needs and coordinate post-discharge support
- Practice cost-effective resource management
- Prioritize care effectively and promote patient safety
- Engage in ongoing professional learning
Qualifications & Skills
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Computer literacy
- RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire
- Preferred: ACLS/PALS certifications