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University of Mississippi Medical Center

Academic medical center

Nurse New Grad - Adult Acute Care - Bone Marrow Transplant Unit

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

About the job

Requirements
  • Be a nurse graduate who is board eligible from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Hold an Associate's degree or higher in Nursing or a Nursing Diploma.
  • Obtain a valid nursing license within 120 days of hire.
  • Have knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
  • Have verbal and written communication skills.
  • Have interpersonal skills.
  • Have knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools, and programs.
  • Be able to work in a team environment.
  • Meet the physical and environmental demands of the position, including frequent standing and walking, frequent kneeling and reaching, and occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse until obtaining a Mississippi Board of Nursing license.
  • After being deemed competent, provide direct and indirect patient care mastered through orientation and delegated by the registered nurse.
  • Record vital signs, intake, outputs, 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 collecting and delivering specimens to appropriate laboratories in a timely manner.
  • 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 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 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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