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University of Mississippi Medical Center

Academic medical center

Registered Nurse 1 - Hospital Medicine, 4 Wiser

Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Jackson, MS, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryNursing & Frontline Patient Care

About the job

Requirements
  • A valid registered nurse license is required.
  • Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols is required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools, and programs is required.
  • The role requires verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
  • The role requires the ability to work in a team environment.
  • The role requires frequent lifting and carrying of more than 100 pounds and the ability to perform the listed physical and environmental demands, including prolonged standing and walking and exposure to biohazards.
Responsibilities
  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatments and interventions for patients.
  • Educate patients and, when applicable, family members about the patient's condition, diet, medication and treatment side effects, and compliance with medication schedules.
  • Ensure patient safety.
  • Coordinate referrals to services within and outside the immediate area or unit.
  • Maintain accurate patient records.
  • Function as a preceptor in accordance with University of Mississippi Medical Center guidelines.
  • Report patient issues or concerns to the supervisor as appropriate.
  • Serve on at least one nursing council, hospital or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or the work area.
  • Coordinate clinical-area operations, including patient scheduling, patient-record maintenance, and the admissions process.
  • Counsel patients and family members about patient treatment and conditions.
  • Act as a liaison among case managers, home health nurses, utilization review, and related services.
  • Coordinate patient services and care.
  • Perform duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

About the company

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University of Mississippi Medical Center

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University of Mississippi Medical Center is Mississippi’s public academic medical center and health-sciences university. The institution operates hospitals, clinics, professional schools, research programs, and statewide health initiatives. It serves patients, students, families, clinicians, researchers, and communities throughout Mississippi. Its operating model centers on clinical care integrated with education, research, public service, and centralized university operations. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, research, education, technology, facilities, and administration. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.

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