Rn-Float Pool-Prn

Company: Merit Health River Region
Location: Gulfport
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

The RN will provide evaluation of assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care. The RN will provide assistance to nursing peers as requested. The Registered Nurse will assist physicians during examinations and procedures. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse. Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills. The RN should be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the nursing field.Graduate of a nursing program is required. Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Must demonstrate ability to interpret basic EKG strips as evidenced by 80% or greater pass rate on initial exam or successful competency within six (6) weeks of hire date. Prior critical care or intensive care experience is preferred. Current Mississippi RN licensure is required. BLS is required; ACLS certification is required (or within 90 days of hire into the position). PALS and CPI certification is strongly preferred.This position would include floating between ICU, CVICU, and the emergency department.*this posting may be used to fill any shift, including rotation*INDMSTo apply, please email: jenny_townsend@chs.net

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