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University of Mississippi Medical Center

Academic medical center

Nurse Graduate - Multiple Teams

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

About the job

Requirements
  • Board eligibility from an accredited school of nursing.
  • An Associate's degree or higher in Nursing, or a nursing diploma.
  • Obtain a valid nursing license within 120 days of hire.
  • 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.
  • Ability to meet the stated physical and environmental demands of the role, including frequent standing and walking, frequent kneeling and reaching, and occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds.
  • Ability to work occasional hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours and occasionally travel to offsite locations.
Responsibilities
  • Work under the direct supervision of an RN until obtaining a Mississippi Board of Nursing license.
  • Provide direct and indirect patient care after being deemed competent and completing unit orientation, as delegated by the RN.
  • Record vital signs, intake, outputs, pulse oximetry, and weights accurately, and report changes to the RN.
  • Assist and prepare patients for treatment, examinations, and procedures as directed by the RN.
  • Administer and perform baths and basic hygiene measures as directed by the RN.
  • Assist with the timely collection and delivery of specimens to appropriate laboratories.
  • Weigh, lift, turn, and reposition patients using good body mechanics.
  • Submit proper patient charges for supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner, and report equipment requiring repair to the nurse manager or charge nurse.
  • Assist with serving dietary trays and feed patients as needed.
  • Provide and document care based on the patient's expectations, age, and developmental level.
  • Adhere to the University of Mississippi Medical Center's infection control policy.
  • Attend and participate in continuing education and in-service programs.

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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