Registered Nurse jobs at Green Janet Lynne - 23 jobs
RN
Forrest General Hospital 4.6
Poplarville, MS jobs
The RN performs under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator and is delegated an assignment by the coordinator to achieve quality patient care. The RN Staff Nurse shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the Patient Care Coordinator as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by Nurse Manager and patient evaluations of care. The RN is responsible to the Patient Care Coordinator for patient care and ultimately accountable to the Director of Nursing. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills
Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program.
Work Experience:
One year medical/surgical nursing care preferred, but not required.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below
Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
NIH Stroke Scale
Within 1 Year of Employment
Required
Mental Demands:
Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,
demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
$59k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
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RN
Forrest General Hospital 4.6
Poplarville, MS jobs
The ED Staff Nurse renders nursing care and related assistance to Emergency Department patients, with patient-centered care being a primary responsibility. Responsible for assessment of the patient and, in conjunction with the physician, provide medical and nursing care for each and every patient. Utilize the nursing process in assessment planning, intervention, evaluation, and teaching in providing patient care. Knows and supports the philosophy and objectives of the Emergency Department. Works under the direction of the Patient Care Coordinator and is ultimately accountable and responsible to the Nurse Manager/Director of Nursing. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills
Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program.
Work Experience:
Emergency or medical-surgical experience preferred, not required.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below
Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
Basic Coronary Care
Within 60 Days of Employment
Required
NIH Stroke Scale
Within 1 Year of Employment
Required
Pediatric Advance Life Support
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
Trauma Nursing Core Course
Within 180 Days of Employment
Required
$59k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
RN
Forrest General Hospital 4.6
Hattiesburg, MS jobs
The RN performs under the direct supervision of the SDS Coordinator and is delegated an assignment by the coordinator to achieve quality patient care. The RN Staff Nurse shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the SDS Coordinator as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by the Surgical Services Director and patient evaluations of care. The RegisteredNurse demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.
Performance Expectations:
The RN performance expectations will be covered in the orientation phases of employment. Expectations include but are not limited to:
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
Provides for exceptional patient and coworker experiences by following our standards of practice of always using positive language.
Demonstrates independence and exercises sound judgment in interactions with physicians and the inter-professional care team.
Promotes a positive work environment with the SDS team.
Collaborates with all members of the SDS and OR team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent information in a comprehensive manner.
Exhibits open and professional communication.
Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics.
Performs all the duties of required of an SDS staff nurse.
Demonstrate competency in completing patient admission.
Prepare patients preoperatively for surgical procedures.
Perform appropriate head-to-toe physical assessments.
Initiate and maintain IV therapy.
Provide care for patients with Central Vascular devices.
Participate actively in the management of hyper/hypoglycemia.
Initiate and administer blood products.
Develop a plan to assess for fall and injury risk.
Care for postoperative patients.
Provide postoperative discharge teaching.
Sets a positive example to all staff in daily activities.
Behaviors and interactions demonstrate a positive attitude, personal initiative and motivation to achieve the goals of the department.
Champions the development and growth of safety culture.
Demonstrates organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
Participates in all competencies planned for the job role prior to deadlines.
Complies with the Surgical Services/ SDS policy.
Follows the policies in the Employee Handbook.
Required appropriate use of departmental communication app.
Uses "We Care" philosophy in daily communication.
Works assigned shift and responds when called upon for additional or emergency services.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills
Graduate of an accredited RN program required.
Work Experience:
1-5 years medical/surgical or telemetry nursing care required.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on the required timeframe below
Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
Pediatric Advance Life Support
Within 180 Days of Employment
Required
NIH Stroke Scale
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
Moderate Sedation
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
Telemetry Nurse Education
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Mental Demands:
Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,
demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
$59k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
RN
Forrest General Hospital 4.6
Hattiesburg, MS jobs
The RN performs under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager and is delegated an assignment by the manager to achieve quality patient care. The RN shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the Patient Care Manager as evidenced by documentation in the EMR, direct observation by Nurse Manager and patient evaluations of care. The RN is responsible to the Patient Care Manager for patient care and ultimately accountable to the Nurse Manager. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide medical and behavioral health care that is appropriate to the age of the patients served. The RN should also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify and provide the care needed. This employee will also be responsible for all other assigned duties and tasks; on an as-needed basis.
Performance Expectations:
Demonstrates thorough, concise and timely documentation, shift reports and verbal communication. Communicates pertinent patient information to all health care team members.
Maintains own clinical skills staying current in skills, ongoing competencies, equipment and certifications required in specific nursing area, including EKG rhythm, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification every 2 years.
Demonstrates ability to perform all technical skills required for each unit's population by rendering professional nursing care including administering medications, venipuncture, restraint application, sterile dressing, and performs both complex and routine treatments as ordered by the physician.
Demonstrate the technical aptitude for working and troubleshooting any and all equipment used in the delivery of patient care.
Demonstrates the aptitude for safely positioning and assisting patients using a variety of devices such as but not limited to splints, slings, braces, neck collars, walkers, crutches and immobilizers.
Implements a systematic and comprehensive plan to care to provide individualized care, educates patient and family about diagnosis, treatments or prescribed medical regimen and medications in accordance with patient and family readiness and ability to learn.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and uses professional judgement to respond promptly with intervention when clinical changes both medically and mentally occur.
Communicates effectively with others in an appropriate and timely manner. Adheres to and promotes the established values of the organization, i.e. customer service, safety, infection control and compliance standards.
Consistently follows patient care and FGH policy, procedures, and standards of care in performing nursing duties.
Communicates with facilities to provide a smooth transfer process for patients being received to FGH or being sent to another facility. Collects the appropriate data for transfer; including demographics and report of patient's current physical condition, vital signs and accepting physician.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills:
Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program required.
Work Experience:
One year medical/surgical nursing care preferred, but not required.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below
Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Handle with Care
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Restraint and Seclusion Training
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Mental Demands:
Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,
demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
$59k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
RN
Forrest General Hospital 4.6
Hattiesburg, MS jobs
The RN performs under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator (PCC), the Charge Nurse or the Patient Care Manager (PCM), and is delegated an assignment by the PCC to achieve quality patient care. The RN shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The RN will provide patient/family teaching and education upon admission, discharge and as needed throughout the patient stay, in collaboration with the PCC as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by PCM and patient evaluations of care. The RN is ultimately accountable to the unit PCM for patient care.
Performance Expectations:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.
Demonstrates thorough, concise and timely documentation, shift reports and verbal communication. Communicates pertinent patient information to all health care team members.
Maintains own clinical skills staying current in skills, equipment and certifications required in specific nursing area. Maintains annual competencies for rehabilitation nursing.
Demonstrates ability to perform all technical skills required for each unit's population by rendering professional nursing care including, but not limited to, administering medications, starting IV's, maintenance of Intravenous lines and foley catheters, venipuncture, administration of blood products, restraint application and monitoring, sterile dressing, and performs both complex and routine treatments as ordered by physician.
Demonstrates the technical aptitude for working and troubleshooting equipment used including but not limited to traction, bladder scanner, wound vacuum systems, continuous passive motion machines, and specialty beds.
Demonstrates the aptitude for safely positioning and assisting patients using a variety of devices such as but not limited to abduction pillows, splints, slings, braces, neck collars, walkers, crutches and immobilizers.
Implements a systematic and comprehensive plan of care to provide individualized care, educates patient and family about diagnosis, treatments or prescribed regimen and medications in accordance with patient and family readiness and ability to learn.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and uses professional judgement to respond promptly with intervention when clinical changes occur and prevention of complications in patients in need of cardiac monitoring, stroke care, and medical-surgical care.
Communicates effectively with others in an appropriate and timely manner. Adheres to and promotes the established values of the organization, i.e. customer service, safety, infection control and compliance standards.
Consistently follows patient care and FGH policy, procedures, and standards of care in performing nursing duties.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills:
Graduate of a recognized accredited non-on-line RN program required. Successful completion of transfer training conducted by a Physical Therapist -in the Rehabilitation -Center.
Work Experience:
One year medical/surgical nursing care preferred, but not required.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below
Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
CRRN with Association of Rehabilitation Nurses
Upon Eligibility
Preferred
Mental Demands:
Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,
demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
$59k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
RN
Forrest General Hospital 4.6
Hattiesburg, MS jobs
The RN is ultimately responsible and accountable to the Patient Care Manager.
Implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of each patient as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by Nurse Manager and patient evaluations of care. .
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.
Perform other job duties as assigned.
Performance Expectations:
Demonstrate technical aptitude for dealing with and troubleshooting multiple pieces of equipment to include but not limited to IV pump, PCA pump, CPM equipment, code cart/defibrillator, heart monitor, suction machine, glucose monitor, manual and automatic blood pressure machine, medication cabinet, patient bed, call light, telephone, computer, printer, scanner, and fax.
Demonstrates the ability to safely tolerate physically demanding tasks of moving equipment and patients utilizing safety measures for both yourself and/or patient.
Demonstrate ability to implement the nursing process appropriately, effectively and promptly to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of each patient as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by Patient Care Manager, and patient evaluation of care.
Demonstrates ability to effectively perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely, demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
Embraces and practices WE CARE philosophy in all aspects of patient, visitor, coworker, employee and nonemployee interactions.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills:
Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program required.
Work Experience:
One year medical/surgical nursing care preferred, but not required.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below
Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
Pediatric Advance Life Support
Within 180 Days of Employment
Required
NIH Stroke Scale
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
Mental Demands:
Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,
demonstrates initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
$59k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
RN
Forrest General Hospital 4.6
Hattiesburg, MS jobs
The RN performs under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) and is delegated an assignment by the PCC to achieve quality patient care. The RN staff nurse shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the Patient Care Coordinator as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation, and patient evaluations of care. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed. Completes the care plan progress note every shift. Performs Medication Reconciliation Process and Patient education requirements on admission, discharge and as needed. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to administer blood, administer IV medications via (CVP, EJ, PIV, PICC, Midline, and port), wound care with dressing changes, and blood glucose monitoring and insulin administration. The RN will provide stay, in collaboration with the PCC as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by Director of Nursing (DON)/Patient Care Manager (PCM) and patient evaluation of care. The RN is ultimately accountable to the unit - DON/PCM for patient care.
Performance Expectations:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.
Demonstrates good customer services skills.
Demonstrates thorough, concise and timely documentation, shift reports and verbal communication. Communicates pertinent patient information to all health care team members.
Maintains own clinical skills staying current in skills, equipment and certifications required in specific nursing area to help ensure the unit runs efficiently and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Maintains annual competencies for skilled nursing.
Demonstrates ability to perform all technical skills required for each unit's population by rendering professional nursing care including administering medications, starting IV's, maintenance of Intravenous lines and foley catheters, venipuncture, administration of blood products, restraint application and monitoring, sterile dressing, and performs both complex and routine treatments as ordered by physician.
Demonstrates the technical aptitude for working and troubleshooting equipment used including but not limited to traction, bladder scanner, wound vacuum systems, continuous passive motion machines, and specialty beds.
Demonstrates the aptitude for safely positioning and assisting patients using a variety of devices such as but not limited to abduction pillows, splints, slings, braces, neck collars, walkers, crutches and immobilizers.
Implements a systematic and comprehensive plan of care to provide individualized care, educates patient and family about diagnosis, treatments or prescribed regimen and medications in accordance with patient and family readiness and ability to learn.
Demonstrates knowledge of the care plan process and their responsibility of documentation.
Demonstrates the aptitude to navigate the electronic medical record and complete documentation.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and uses professional judgement to respond promptly with intervention when clinical changes occur and prevention of complications in patients in need of post cardiac monitoring, post-stroke care, and post medical-surgical care.
Communicates effectively with others in an appropriate and timely manner. Adheres to and promotes the established values of the organization, i.e. customer service, safety, infection control and compliance standards.
Embraces and practice the We CARE philosophy in all aspects of patient, visitor, co-worker, employee and non-employee interactions.
Consistently follows the skilled nursing policies, patient care services and FGH policy, procedures, and standards of care in performing nursing duties.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills
Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program required.
Work Experience:
One year medical-surgical nursing care preferred.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Certified Nurse Aid Certificate
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below
Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Mental Demands:
Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely, demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
$59k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
RN
Forrest General Hospital 4.6
Columbia, MS jobs
The RN performs under the Nursing Supervisor/Patient Care Coordinator and is accountable to the Patient Care Coordinator. The RN demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to plan provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.
Performance Expectations:
Properly utilize the equipment you are assigned including but not limited to telemetry monitors, wound vac, IV infusion pumps, glucose monitors, telehealth, and defibrillator.
Move equipment and patients utilizing safety measures for both yourself and/or the patient.
Complete thorough physical assessment of patients and report any identified decline in change of status to the supervisor and provider on duty
Complete accurate use of a central line and the care, IV insertion/care and blood transfusions.
Always respect and maintain confidentiality and dignity of the patient by utilizing the We C.A.R.E philosophy.
Communicate and interact with care providers and team members, patients/families and visitors utilizing the We C.A.R.E philosophy.
Provide patient care with excellent professionalism.
Safely maintain the sterile field as needed.
Identify patient's medications, removes them from omnicell accurately, and completes barcode scanning and medication administration accurately.
Verify patient orders and perform said orders.
Accurately enter provider generated orders in the Electronic Health Record.
Monitor supply levels and order supplies accordingly.
Collect, label, and deliver specimens to Lab in a timely manner.
Prioritize workload while completing multi-task.
Utilize the EMR for the provision of patient care.
Educate the patient and family on diagnosis, care being provided, and medications.
Supervise and delegate patient care task to team members including nurse aid, volunteers, and ancillary department staff.
Complete walking rounds with oncoming shift and include the patient and family in report.
Accurately complete all documentation requirements on admission, shift, transfer, or discharge. This includes patient types of inpatient, short stay, outpatient, and swing bed.
Reports to work when notified of an emergency operation need
Completes annual competency fair and evaluations
Communicates and works well with physician on duty and all team members.
Maintains Isolation procedure while indicated according to policy
Compliance 100% with handwashing.
Maintains clean and neat work space, Workstations on Wheels, and Patient Rooms
Reviews Quality Indicators monthly and strives to exceed goals
Checks email at beginning and end of each shift..
Completes all assigned healthstream modules prior to assigned deadline
Attends and completes Annual Competency Training Course
Qualifications:
Education/Skills
Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program required.
Work Experience:
One year medical/surgical nursing care preferred, but not required.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below
Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
NIH Stroke Scale
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Mental Demands:
Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely, demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
$59k-82k yearly est. 5d ago
RN UR (REGISTERED NURSE UTILIZATION REVIEW)
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
RN UR (REGISTEREDNURSE UTILIZATION REVIEW)
Department: HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
This position is responsible for providing utilization review duties and relating effectively with interdepartmental and intradepartmental personnel, medical staff, patients, patients' families, and outside agencies.
Professional Responsibilities:
Thoroughly review assigned cases adhering to procedure for each specific review type within designated time frame
Communicate clearly and effectively in all situations and respond to requests in a timely manner
Plan and prioritize daily work to maximize productivity and efficiently manage time
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, administration, and the general public
Attend training and develop relevant knowledge skills
Adhere to health and safety policy of the hospital
Comply with HIPAA/confidentiality guidelines
Operate a variety of standard office machines and adhere to procedures relating to the proper use and care of office equipment
Distinguishing between pertinent and non-pertinent clinical information.
Determining when additional information may need to be requested by physician.
Prioritizing daily work to maximize productivity.
Deciding when follow up is necessary on incomplete authorizations.
Responsible for proper use and care of general office equipment including computer, telephone, copier, printer, fax machine, and shred receptacles.
Education and Experience
RN, LPN, RHIT/RHIA trained or eligible
or
Non-credentialed person with previous Utilization Review experience and a basic understanding of ICD-10 coding and Interqual criteria
Working Conditions
Walking, lifting, pushing/pulling buggies, operating office equipment
$59k-83k yearly est. 12d ago
Med Surg Department/Rn/Full-Time/Days
Highland Hills Medical Center 4.5
Senatobia, MS jobs
Highland Hills Medical Center has an immediate opening for a RegisteredNurse for our Med Surge Department. This is a full-time position with benefits for day shifts.
Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care in the medical-surgical setting. Communicates with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient's clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision.
Regulatory Requirements:
Current Mississippi RegisteredNurse Licensure.
BLS certification.
Language Skills:
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Additional languages preferred.
Skills:
Basic computer knowledge.
$53k-89k yearly est. 60d+ ago
RN Clinical Intake Advisor
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
RN Clinical Intake Advisor
Department: Chemical Dependency Alcohol and Drug Detox
Core Roles and Responsibilities
• At point of intake/admission, interviews patient and families to obtain and complete pre-admission assessment.
• Conducts pre-admission assessments as assigned. Immediately or by scheduling an appointment.
• Attends treatment team meetings with program staff.
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with community agencies to provide most appropriate service to patients and to help foster a good working relationship with outside agencies and the staff.
• Participate in taking calls, establishes an on-call roster.
• Demonstrates developmental interactional skills with the elderly and mentally ill.
• Demonstrates behavior management skills with the clients and families.
• Is point person for calls and triage.
• Has necessary skills to assess level of care required during intake interview and make appropriate treatment recommendations.
• Communicates information accurately to physician and treatment team.
• Preforms pre-certification duties as required.
• Maintains accurate records of inquiries, assessments, intakes and follow-up activities.
• Acts as a liaison with medical/professional staff.
• Orientates new staff on intake process
• Writes to-the-point, informative, concise, social history summaries. Give concise summary of relevant information at patient staff meetings.
• Presents clear accurate program information during pre-screening.
• Preforms all assignments on time- without reminders.
• Brings request for changes in task quantity and quality.
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to manage greater quantity of work during peak seasons by prioritizing services and meetings.
• Develops positive working relationships with outside agencies, staff, and patients.
Education and Experience
Current RN license by the Mississippi Board of Nursing
Must be able to read, write, understand verbal and written communication
Must have at least one year's experience in mental health, preferred experience with intakes and admissions. Will be required to make insurance calls to acquire patient days on the unit.
Preferred Qualifications
CPR or ACLS Certification
Prefer a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in behavioral health or three years' experience in a behavioral health related field with references. Also, some knowledge of chemical dependency as time will be spent on both units.
Essential Skill Competencies:
Body system assessment
Phlebotomy: Establish IV access
Medication monitoring
Preventive skin care
Aseptic wound care/ dressing change
Foley catheter insertion/care
Advanced skills specific to individual units will be monitored for competency during orientation
Working Conditions
Frequently Continuously Sit, Walk, Seeing (Visual), Stand, Reach, Listening, Lift, Carry, Simple Grasping, Squat, Distinguishing colors, Bend Body, Fluids, Kneel, Firm Grasping, Climbing Stairs, Forearm Rotation, Hazardous Materials, Lifting up to 10lbs, Lifting 10-50lbs, Carrying Up to 10lbs, Lifting > 50lbs with assistance, Push on wheels Up to 200lbs, Carrying 10 to 20lbs, Use of Wheelchair, Push on wheels 200-400lbs, Use of Stretcher, Pulling Up to 350lbs with assistance Use of Carts, Use of Computer Exposure
Classifications: High exposure risk
$55k-72k yearly est. 26d ago
Transitional Care Management (TCM) Nurse
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
Transitional Care Management (TCM) Nurse
Department: Accountable Care Organization (ACO)
Current licensure as a RegisteredNurse required.
Professional Responsibilities:
Demonstrates the ability to create and manage a patient-centered plan of care including post-hospital care for acute and chronic conditions.
Demonstrates evidence of essential leadership, communication, education, and collaboration skills.
Proficient in communication technologies (email, phone, EMR, etc.)
Effective organization skills and demonstrates ability to maintain accurate notes and records.
Previous experience/ knowledge of ambulatory clinic system, community resources, navigating patients through healthcare continuum, and working with disparate populations preferred.
Ability to identify and implement appropriate patient communication strategies and overcome accessibility barriers, as required.
Competencies:
Core values consistent with a patient/ family-centered approach to care.
Demonstrates professional and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrates a positive, respectful attitude and professional customer service.
Acknowledges patients' rights on confidentiality issues, maintains patient confidentiality at all times, and adheres to HIPPA guidelines and regulations.
Proactively acts as a patient advocate, responding with empathy and respect to resolve patient/ family concerns.
Effectively collaborates with all practice providers.
Transitional Care Management duties to include but not limited to:
Managing patients' transitions through the care continuum.
Identifying and addressing risks for readmission following hospital discharge
Complete tasks related to transition of care documents, quality care gaps, and various other quality and performance measure processes.
Assist patients with management of acute and chronic diseases through non-face-to-face.
Advise and assist Physician (i) in identifying patients are at risk for readmission or poor post-hospital outcomes and, (ii) in complying with CMS Transitional Care Management Regulations.
Assess the patient's medical, functional, and psychosocial needs, perform medication reconciliation with review of adherence and the patients' medication self-management.
Assist patients with transition management between and among health care providers and settings, including referrals to other clinicians, and assisting with making follow-up appointments after a visit to the emergency department after discharges from hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, or other health care facilities.
Facilitate communication of relevant patient information through electronic exchange of a summary care records with other healthcare providers regarding these transitions.
Facilitate post-hospital appointment booking and provide reminders to facilitate successive follow-up appointments with staff or with other appropriate caregivers.
Coach patient/ families toward successful self-management of their acute and chronic disease in the immediate post-hospital discharge period.
Use tools and documents that support a guided care process, collaborate with patient/ family toward an effective plan of care.
Promote health behaviors in all populations and ensure navigation assistance with community resources.
$53k-73k yearly est. 3d ago
CHARGE NURSE
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Ellisville, MS jobs
Job Description
Charge Nurse
Department: Jones County Rest Home
Shift: 7a-7p
Provides quality care that is dependent on physician order or through independent nursing interventions based on professional judgement and that meets facility requirements and local, state and federal regulations. The RN promotes restorative health and/or supportive care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care. Provides oversight, coordination, supervision and management of the Licensed Practical Nurse and Nursing Assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS
Current RN license by the Mississippi Board of Nursing.
Must be able to read, write, and understand written and verbal communication.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide a positive and professional representation of the organization.
Promote a culture of safety through reporting, documentation, prevention, and infection control.
Maintain competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and development in related scope of job role or practice.
Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities.
Maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory policies and practices.
Demonstrate excellent customer service through attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.
Adhere to the scope of RN practice as outlined by the MS Board of Nursing.
Supervise and support the LPN and Nurse Assistant.
Adapt to change and prioritize work.
Demonstrate reliable attendance, reports on time and is ready to work at the beginning of shift.
Complete assigned duties, willingly accept assignments, and assist others to complete work on time.
Willing to support unit's staffing needs by occasionally adjusting work schedule, staying late or working additional time.
Establish a safe, supportive work environment that promotes teamwork.
Establish a safe, compassionate, caring environment for residents and their family.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
Ability to lift and carry in excess of 50 pounds.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / ASSIGNED TASKS
Coordinate care by scheduling, consulting, and organizing resident activities
Perform admission and ongoing resident assessment and respond to findings appropriately
Promote resident engagement by considering specific needs, values and preferences
Provide staff education, consultation, and oversight based on facility policy, planned or identified needs, and regulatory guidance
Accurately and completely document assessments and nursing care in the medical record
Promote continuity of care by reporting activities, incidences, and changing resident needs or condition to the next caregiver
Demonstrate infection prevention behaviors, consistent hand hygiene, and use of appropriate PPE
Adhere to safe medication administration while preparing, administering, documenting and monitoring medications
Recognize safety risk and implement prevention plan for falls, skin breakdown and injury`
Conduct rounds throughout the shift to direct the Nurse and Nurse Assistant in the delivery of direct resident care
Communicate with residents, family members, and other disciplines or healthcare professionals as appropriate regarding the progress and status of the resident
Monitor the Nurse and Nurse Assistant documentation and provide feedback for correction
Demonstrate competence in performance of clinical skills
Perform other job duties and tasks as assigned
7a-7p
7p-7a
$35k-64k yearly est. 29d ago
RN STAFF NURSE
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
RN
Department: Nursery
Provides quality care that is dependent on physician order or through independent nursing interventions based on professional judgment in response to individualized patient needs. Promotes restorative health and/or supportive care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Professional Responsibilities:
Adheres to scope of RN practice as outlined by the MS Board of Nursing, regulatory standards and hospital policy
Maintains profession and technical knowledge and pursues professional growth opportunities
Supervises and supports the LPN, Nursing Assistant, Nurse Tech, Behavior Health Techs and student
Serves as positive role model and in the preceptor role for new staff and students
Keeping access to protected health information secure and confidential
Collaborates with physician and multidisciplinary team to address patient needs
Appropriately seeks help or guidance from supervisor or other resource people
Adapts to change and prioritizes work
Demonstrates reliable attendance, reports on time and is ready to work at beginning of shift
Completes assigned duties, willingly accepts assignments and assist others to complete work on time
Willing to support unit's staffing needs by occasionally adjusting work schedule, staying late or working extra
Establishes a safe, compassionate, caring environment for patients and their family
Establishes a safe, supportive work environment that promotes teamwork
Core Duties:
Coordinates patient care by scheduling, consulting and organizing patient activities
Performs admission and ongoing patient assessment and responds appropriately to findings
Establishes a Plan of Care for each patient to address acute physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Promotes patient engagement by considering specific needs, values and preferences
Establishes care goals, teaches patient/family about health conditions, medications, and self-care skills
Develops discharge plan individualized for patient/ family needs that prevents hospital re-admissions
Accurately and completely documents assessments and nursing care in the patient's medical record
Promotes continuity of care by reporting activities, incidences, and changing patient needs to next caregiver
Demonstrates infection prevention behaviors, consistent hand washing and use of appropriate PPEs
Adheres to safe medication administration while preparing, administering, documenting and monitoring meds
Recognizes safety risk and implements prevention plan for falls, skin breakdown and injury
Contributes to the department's performance improvement activities
Demonstrates competency in performance of clinical skills
Education and Experience
Current RN license by the Mississippi Board of Nursing
Must be able to read, write, understand verbal and written communication
Preferred Qualifications
CPR or ACLS Certification
Essential Skill Competencies:
Body system assessment
Phlebotomy: Establish IV access
Safe blood administration
Medication monitoring
Preventive skin care
Chest tube care
Aseptic wound care/ dressing change
Foley catheter insertion/care
Advanced skills specific to individual units will be monitored for competency during orientation
Working Conditions
Frequently Continuously Sit, Walk, Seeing (Visual), Stand, Reach, Listening, Lift, Carry, Simple Grasping, Squat, Distinguishing colors, Bend Body, Fluids, Kneel, Firm Grasping, Climbing Stairs, Forearm Rotation, Hazardous Materials, Lifting up to 10lbs, Lifting 10-50lbs, Carrying Up to 10lbs, Lifting > 50lbs with assistance, Push on wheels Up to 200lbs, Carrying 10 to 20lbs, Use of Wheelchair, Push on wheels 200-400lbs, Use of Stretcher, Pulling Up to 350lbs with assistance Use of Carts, Use of Computer Exposure
Classifications: High exposure risk
$34k-63k yearly est. 3d ago
CHARGE NURSE
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
Charge Nurse
Department: 2W
Provides quality care that is dependent on physician order or through independent nursing interventions based on professional judgement and that meets facility requirements and local, state and federal regulations. The RN promotes restorative health and/or supportive care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care. Provides oversight, coordination, supervision and management of the Licensed Practical Nurse and Nursing Assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS
Current RN license by the Mississippi Board of Nursing.
Must be able to read, write, and understand written and verbal communication.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide a positive and professional representation of the organization.
Promote a culture of safety through reporting, documentation, prevention, and infection control.
Maintain competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and development in related scope of job role or practice.
Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities.
Maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory policies and practices.
Demonstrate excellent customer service through attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.
Adhere to the scope of RN practice as outlined by the MS Board of Nursing.
Supervise and support the LPN and Nurse Assistant.
Adapt to change and prioritize work.
Demonstrate reliable attendance, reports on time and is ready to work at the beginning of shift.
Complete assigned duties, willingly accept assignments, and assist others to complete work on time.
Willing to support unit's staffing needs by occasionally adjusting work schedule, staying late or working additional time.
Establish a safe, supportive work environment that promotes teamwork.
Establish a safe, compassionate, caring environment for residents and their family.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
Ability to lift and carry in excess of 50 pounds.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / ASSIGNED TASKS
Coordinate care by scheduling, consulting, and organizing resident activities
Perform admission and ongoing resident assessment and respond to findings appropriately
Promote resident engagement by considering specific needs, values and preferences
Provide staff education, consultation, and oversight based on facility policy, planned or identified needs, and regulatory guidance
Accurately and completely document assessments and nursing care in the medical record
Promote continuity of care by reporting activities, incidences, and changing resident needs or condition to the next caregiver
Demonstrate infection prevention behaviors, consistent hand hygiene, and use of appropriate PPE
Adhere to safe medication administration while preparing, administering, documenting and monitoring medications
Recognize safety risk and implement prevention plan for falls, skin breakdown and injury`
Conduct rounds throughout the shift to direct the Nurse and Nurse Assistant in the delivery of direct resident care
Communicate with residents, family members, and other disciplines or healthcare professionals as appropriate regarding the progress and status of the resident
Monitor the Nurse and Nurse Assistant documentation and provide feedback for correction
Demonstrate competence in performance of clinical skills
Perform other job duties and tasks as assigned
$34k-63k yearly est. 11d ago
LPN UNIT Coordinator
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
LPN UNIT COORDINATOR
Department: Comfort Care Nursing Center
The Unit Coordinator works closely with the Unit Manager to ensure the unit operates smoothly and safely, and acts as a resource for Nurses and Nursing Assistants.
Professional Responsibilities:
Provide a positive and professional representation of the organization.
Promote a culture of safety through reporting, documentation, prevention, and infection control.
Maintain competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and development in related scope of job role or practice.
Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities.
Maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory policies and practices.
Demonstrate excellent customer service through attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.
Adhere to the scope of LPN practice as outlined by the MS Board of Nursing.
Supervise and support the LPN and Nurse Assistant.
Adapt to change and prioritize work.
Demonstrate reliable attendance, reports on time and is ready to work at the beginning of shift.
Complete assigned duties, willingly accept assignments, and assist others to complete work on time.
Willing to support unit's staffing needs by occasionally adjusting work schedule, staying late or working additional time.
Establish a safe, supportive work environment that promotes teamwork.
Core Duties:
Make nursing/CNA assignments as indicated
Discharge and Admission Resident Room Readiness:
Post resident discharge - coordinate with environmental services for sanitization; plant operations for repairs; and nursing staff to ensure room is ready for incoming residents.
Collaborate with admissions staff and nursing team to prepare room according to individual resident needs prior to arrival.
Maintain timely communication with environmental services to minimize room turnaround and support efficient admissions.
Assist Nursing Administration with ongoing training, education, and development of nursing staff.
Promote a positive learning environment that fosters professional growth and high-quality resident care.
Provide mentorship and hands-on training for unit specific procedures and standards.
Completes various quality audits, logs, and checklists as assigned
Assists to provide documentation oversight to ensure accurate and complete documentation of care in the medical record
Promotes continuity of care by reporting activities, incidences, and changing resident needs or condition to the RN supervisor
Demonstrates infection prevention behaviors, consistent hand hygiene, and use of appropriate PPE
Recognizes safety risk and implements prevention plan for falls, skin breakdown and injury
Communicates with residents, family members, and other disciplines or healthcare professionals as appropriate
Assists to ensure compliance with standards and regulations on the unit
Perform other job duties and tasks as assigned
Qualifications
Current LPN license by the Mississippi Board of Nursing.
Must be able to read, write, and understand written and verbal communication.
Minimum one (1) year of experience providing direct care in long-term care, restorative or geriatric setting as an LPN
Preferred Qualifications
CPR Certification
Essential Skill Competencies:
Body system assessment
Phlebotomy: Establish IV access (LPN II only)
Medication monitoring
Preventive skin care
Aseptic wound care/ dressing change
Foley catheter insertion/care
Working Conditions
Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position. Ability to lift and carry in excess of 50 pounds.
7a-7p
$37k-59k yearly est. 15d ago
LPN
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
LPN
Department: Internal Medicine
Provides quality care that is dependent on physician order or directed by the RN. Delivers nursing interventions based on professional judgment in response to individualized patient needs. Promotes restorative health and/or supportive care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.
Professional Responsibilities:
Adheres to scope of LPN practice as outlined by the MS Board of Nursing, regulatory standards and hospital policy
Maintains professional and technical knowledge and pursues professional growth opportunities
Participates as an essential part of the nursing team, assists the RN and supports the Nursing Assistant
Serves as positive role model and in the preceptor role for new staff and students
Keeps access to protected health information secure and confidential
Collaborates with the RN, physician and multidisciplinary team to address patient needs
Appropriately seeks help or guidance from supervisor or other resource people
Adapts to change and prioritizes work
Demonstrates reliable attendance, reports on time and is ready to work at beginning of shift
Completes assigned duties, willingly accepts assignments and assist others to complete work on time
Willing to support unit's staffing needs by occasionally adjusting work schedule, staying late or working extra
Establishes a safe, compassionate, caring environment for patients and their family
Establishes a safe, supportive work environment that promotes teamwork
Core Duties:
Provides patient care by collecting, monitoring, and reporting information and responding to basic needs
Assist with the admission process by collecting patient and family information
Promotes patient engagement by considering specific needs, values and preferences
Assists with discharge teaching about diagnosis, medications, and self-care skills to prevent hospital re-admissions
Accurately and completely documents patient information and nursing care in the patient's medical record
Promotes continuity of care by reporting activities, incidents, and changing patient needs to next caregiver
Demonstrates infection prevention behaviors, consistent hand washing and use of appropriate PPEs
Adheres to safe medication administration while preparing, administering, documenting and monitoring meds
Recognizes safety risk and implements prevention plan for falls, skin breakdown and injury
Contributes to the department's performance improvement activities
Demonstrates competency in performance of LPN clinical skills
Education and Experience
Current LPN license by the Mississippi Board of Nursing
Must be able to read, write, understand verbal and written communication
Preferred Qualifications
CPR Certification
Essential Skill Competencies:
Body system assessment
Phlebotomy: Establish IV access (LPN II only)
Medication monitoring
Preventive skin care
Aseptic wound care/ dressing change
Foley catheter insertion/care
Working Conditions
Frequently Continuously Sit, Walk, Seeing (Visual), Stand, Reach, Listening, Lift, Carry, Simple Grasping, Squat, Distinguishing colors, Bend Body, Fluids, Kneel, Firm Grasping, Climbing Stairs, Forearm Rotation, Hazardous Materials, Lifting up to 10lbs, Lifting 10-50lbs, Carrying Up to 10lbs, Lifting > 50lbs with assistance, Push on wheels Up to 200lbs, Carrying 10 to 20lbs, Use of Wheelchair, Push on wheels 200-400lbs, Use of Stretcher, Pulling Up to 350lbs with assistance Use of Carts, Use of Computer Exposure
Classifications: High exposure risk
$37k-59k yearly est. 30d ago
LPN II
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
LPN II
Department: Comfort Care Nursing Center
Shift: 7p - 7a
Provides quality care that is dependent on physician order or directed by the RN. Delivers nursing interventions based on professional judgment in response to individualized patient needs. Promotes restorative health and/or supportive care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.
Professional Responsibilities:
Adheres to scope of LPN practice as outlined by the MS Board of Nursing, regulatory standards and hospital policy
Maintains professional and technical knowledge and pursues professional growth opportunities
Participates as an essential part of the nursing team, assists the RN and supports the Nursing Assistant
Serves as positive role model and in the preceptor role for new staff and students
Keeps access to protected health information secure and confidential
Collaborates with the RN, physician and multidisciplinary team to address patient needs
Appropriately seeks help or guidance from supervisor or other resource people
Adapts to change and prioritizes work
Demonstrates reliable attendance, reports on time and is ready to work at beginning of shift
Completes assigned duties, willingly accepts assignments and assist others to complete work on time
Willing to support unit's staffing needs by occasionally adjusting work schedule, staying late or working extra
Establishes a safe, compassionate, caring environment for patients and their family
Establishes a safe, supportive work environment that promotes teamwork
Core Duties:
Provides patient care by collecting, monitoring, and reporting information and responding to basic needs
Assist with the admission process by collecting patient and family information
Promotes patient engagement by considering specific needs, values and preferences
Assists with discharge teaching about diagnosis, medications, and self-care skills to prevent hospital re-admissions
Accurately and completely documents patient information and nursing care in the patient's medical record
Promotes continuity of care by reporting activities, incidents, and changing patient needs to next caregiver
Demonstrates infection prevention behaviors, consistent hand washing and use of appropriate PPEs
Adheres to safe medication administration while preparing, administering, documenting and monitoring meds
Recognizes safety risk and implements prevention plan for falls, skin breakdown and injury
Contributes to the department's performance improvement activities
Demonstrates competency in performance of LPN clinical skills
Education and Experience
Current LPN license by the Mississippi Board of Nursing
Must be able to read, write, understand verbal and written communication
Preferred Qualifications
CPR Certification
Essential Skill Competencies:
Body system assessment
Phlebotomy: Establish IV access (LPN II only)
Medication monitoring
Preventive skin care
Aseptic wound care/ dressing change
Foley catheter insertion/care
Working Conditions
Frequently Continuously Sit, Walk, Seeing (Visual), Stand, Reach, Listening, Lift, Carry, Simple Grasping, Squat, Distinguishing colors, Bend Body, Fluids, Kneel, Firm Grasping, Climbing Stairs, Forearm Rotation, Hazardous Materials, Lifting up to 10lbs, Lifting 10-50lbs, Carrying Up to 10lbs, Lifting > 50lbs with assistance, Push on wheels Up to 200lbs, Carrying 10 to 20lbs, Use of Wheelchair, Push on wheels 200-400lbs, Use of Stretcher, Pulling Up to 350lbs with assistance Use of Carts, Use of Computer Exposure
Classifications: High exposure risk
7p - 7a
$37k-59k yearly est. 8d ago
LPN II
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
LPN II
Department: ER
Provides quality care that is dependent on physician order or directed by the RN. Delivers nursing interventions based on professional judgment in response to individualized patient needs. Promotes restorative health and/or supportive care using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Professional Responsibilities:
o Adheres to scope of LPN practice as outlined by the MS Board of Nursing, regulatory standards and hospital policy
o Maintains profession and technical knowledge and pursues professional growth opportunities
o Participates as an essential part of the nursing team, assists the RN and supports the Nursing Assistant
o Serves as positive role model and in the preceptor role for new staff and students
o Keeps access to protected health information secure and confidential
o Collaborates with the RN, physician and multidisciplinary team to address patient needs
o Appropriately seeks help or guidance from supervisor or other resource people
o Adapts to change and prioritizes work
o Demonstrates reliable attendance, reports on time and is ready to work at beginning of shift
o Completes assigned duties, willingly accepts assignments and assist others to complete work on time
o Willing to support unit's staffing needs by occasionally adjusting work schedule, staying late or working extra
o Establishes a safe, compassionate, caring environment for patients and their family
o Establishes a safe, supportive work environment that promotes teamwork
Core Duties:
o Provides patient care by collecting, monitoring, and reporting information and responding to basic needs
o Assist with the admission process by collecting patient and family information
o Promotes patient engagement by considering specific needs, values and preferences
o Assists with discharge teaching about diagnosis, medications, and self-care skills to prevent hospital readmissions
o Accurately and completely documents patient information and nursing care in the patient's medical record
o Promotes continuity of care by reporting activities, incidences, and changing patient needs to next caregiver
o Demonstrates infection prevention behaviors, consistent hand washing and use of appropriate PPEs
o Adheres to safe medication administration while preparing, administering, documenting and monitoring meds
o Recognizes safety risk and implements prevention plan for falls, skin breakdown and injury
o Contributes to the department's performance improvement activities
o Demonstrates competency in performance of LPN clinical skills
QualificationsEducation and Experience
Current LPN license by the Mississippi Board of Nursing
Must be able to read, write, understand verbal and written communication
Preferred Qualifications
CPR Certification
Minimum RequirementsEssential Skill Competencies:
Body system assessment
Phlebotomy: Establish IV access (LPN II only)
Medication monitoring
Preventive skin care
Aseptic wound care/ dressing change
Foley catheter insertion/care
Working Conditions
Frequently Continuously Sit, Walk, Seeing (Visual), Stand, Reach, Listening, Lift, Carry, Simple Grasping, Squat, Distinguishing colors, Bend Body, Fluids, Kneel, Firm Grasping, Climbing Stairs, Forearm Rotation, Hazardous Materials, Lifting up to 10lbs, Lifting 10-50lbs, Carrying Up to 10lbs, Lifting > 50lbs with assistance, Push on wheels Up to 200lbs, Carrying 10 to 20lbs, Use of Wheelchair, Push on wheels 200-400lbs, Use of Stretcher, Pulling Up to 350lbs with assistance Use of Carts, Use of Computer Exposure
Classifications: High exposure risk
$37k-59k yearly est. 15d ago
RN / LPN
South Central Regional Medical Center 4.3
Laurel, MS jobs
Job Description
RN/LPN Staff Nurse
Department: Urgent Care
About the Role:
The RN/LPN Staff Nurse plays a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care. This position involves assessing patient health problems and needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and maintaining medical records. The nurse will collaborate closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care. Providing compassionate support and education to patients and their families is essential to promote recovery and well-being. Ultimately, the role aims to enhance patient outcomes through skilled nursing interventions and adherence to best practices and safety standards.
Minimum Qualifications:
Current and valid RegisteredNurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Demonstrated clinical experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in acute care or specialized nursing units.
Advanced certifications such as Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Ability to work flexible shifts.
Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough patient assessments and monitor vital signs to identify changes in health status.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accuracy and patient safety.
Document all nursing care and patient interactions accurately in medical records in compliance with regulatory standards.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and update individualized care plans.
Provide patient and family education regarding health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
Respond promptly to patient emergencies and provide appropriate interventions.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment adhering to infection control protocols.
Skills:
The RN/LPN Staff Nurse utilizes clinical assessment skills daily to evaluate patient conditions and determine appropriate interventions. Effective communication skills are essential for coordinating with healthcare team members and educating patients and families. Proficiency in medication administration and adherence to safety protocols ensures patient well-being. Familiarity with electronic health records facilitates accurate documentation and information sharing. Preferred skills such as advanced certifications and experience with specialized care enhance the nurse's ability to manage complex patient needs and respond effectively in emergency situations.