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University of Mississippi Medical Center

Academic medical center

Nurse Graduate - Multiple Teams

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

About the job

Requirements
  • An Associate's degree or higher in Nursing or a nursing diploma is required.
  • The nurse graduate must be board eligible from an accredited school of nursing.
  • A valid nursing license must be obtained within 120 days of hire.
  • Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols is required.
  • Verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Interpersonal skills are required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools, and programs are required.
  • The ability to work in a team environment is required.
  • The role requires the physical ability to perform frequent bending, lifting, carrying, kneeling, reaching, standing, and walking, along with occasional handling of potentially dangerous equipment and exposure to biohazardous conditions.
Responsibilities
  • Work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse until obtaining a Mississippi Board of Nursing license.
  • Provide direct and indirect patient care delegated by the registered nurse in a safe and therapeutic manner.
  • Record vital signs, intake, output, pulse oximetry, and weights accurately, and report changes to the registered nurse.
  • Assist and prepare patients for treatments, examinations, and procedures as directed by the registered nurse.
  • Administer and perform baths and basic hygiene measures as directed by the registered nurse.
  • Assist with the timely collection and delivery of specimens to appropriate laboratories.
  • Weigh, lift, turn, and reposition patients using proper body mechanics.
  • Submit proper patient charges for supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner, and report equipment needing repair to the nurse manager or charge nurse.
  • Assist with serving dietary trays and feeding patients as needed.
  • Provide and document care based on patients' expectations, age, and developmental level.
  • Adhere to the University of Mississippi Medical Center 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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