REGISTERED NURSE HOSPITAL

The RN is responsible for assessing patient conditions, developing and implementing individualized care plans, administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient progress, and coordinating care with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Depending on the employer, the RN may work in an acute care hospital, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, outpatient clinic, long-term care facility, or home health setting.

Registered Nurse (RN) –Job DescriptionLocation: Mississippi Delta Region, MS
Department: Nursing / Patient Care
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Contract, or Per Diem
Shift: Days, Evenings, Nights, or Rotating Shifts
Reports To: Nurse Manager / Director of NursingJob SummaryThe Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in accordance with established clinical standards, physician orders, and facility policies. The RN is responsible for assessing patient conditions, developing and implementing individualized care plans, administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient progress, and coordinating care with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The RN promotes patient safety, quality outcomes, and compassionate care while maintaining compliance with Mississippi nursing regulations and applicable healthcare standards.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and evaluate patients'physical and clinical conditions.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized nursing care plans based on patient needs.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and prescribed treatments in accordance with provider orders and facility protocols.
• Monitor vital signs, symptoms, laboratory results, and changes in patient condition.
• Recognize clinical deterioration and initiate appropriate nursing interventions and emergency responses.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Supervise and delegate appropriate patient care activities to licensed and unlicensed nursing personnel in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Implement infection prevention measures, medication safety procedures, and patient identification protocols.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and continuity-of-care planning.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and staff education.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements and facility policies.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide appropriate interventions within the RN scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Mississippi or eligibility for Mississippi licensure.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, as required by the employer.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, if required for the position or specialty.
• Previous nursing experience preferred;new graduate opportunities may be available.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medication administration, infection prevention, patient safety, and nursing documentation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the healthcare team.
• Commitment to ethical nursing practice, patient advocacy, and compassionate care.

Work EnvironmentThis position is based in a healthcare facility serving the Mississippi Delta region. Depending on the employer, the RN may work in an acute care hospital, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, outpatient clinic, long-term care facility, or home health setting. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime.Compensation and BenefitsCompensation is based on experience, qualifications, specialty, facility, and employment status. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, shift differentials, and professional development opportunities.Equal Employment OpportunityThe employer provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and complies with applicable federal and Mississippi employment laws.Application RequirementsApplicants should submit a résumé, verification of current RN licensure, relevant certifications, and professional references as requested by the hiring organization. Additional background checks and employment screenings may be required.
I can also tailor this for a specific RN specialty in the Mississippi Delta, such as ER, ICU, Med-Surg, Labor & Delivery, OR, Corrections, or Home Health.