RN-I-PRN-Health System - Main OR

Company: University of Mississippi Medical Center
Location: Jackson
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Welcome Applicant!We want to ensure that the application process is smooth and efficient and recommend the following tips:

• Prior to applying, please provide all of your applicable experience and education relevant to the job requirements.
• Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
• Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
• All online assessments are completed online. After you submit an application, if an assessment is required, an email with instructions to complete the assessment will be sent to you. In the event you need access to a computer, please consider visiting the WIN Job Center or your local library. Once you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if we would like to discuss your application.Due to the large volume of applications that we receive, we are unable to personally respond to all applicants. Please feel free to check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.Thank you, Human ResourcesImportant Applications Instructions: Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/ license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.Job Requisition ID:R00019330 Job Category:Health System Organization:Main OR Location/s:Main Campus Jackson Job Title:RN-I-PRN-Health System - Main OR Job Summary:To assess, develop, implement and evaluate the nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. To coordinate the operations of a clinical area including patient scheduling, maintaining patient records and managing the patient admissions process. To counsel with patients and family members on treatment and conditions of patients. To act as liaison on between case managers, home health nurses, utilization review, etc. To coordinate patient services and care. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose. Education & Experience Associate's degree inNursing/Diploma. Valid RN license. Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: valid RN license, position may require Cert/RegKnowledge, Skills & Abilities 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.
  • The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and Environmental DemandsRequires frequent exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, frequent activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, frequent twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)Time Type:Part time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:No Pay Class:Hourly FTE %:40 Work Shift:Rotating Benefits Eligibility:Non-Benefits Eligible Job Posting Date:02/4/2022 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):

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