RN - Forrest General Hospital
Poplarville, MS 39470
About the Job
Job Summary:
The RN performs under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Coordinator and is delegated an assignment by the coordinator to achieve quality patient care. The RN Staff Nurse shall implement the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in collaboration with the Patient Care Coordinator as evidenced by documentation in Patient Care Record, direct observation by Nurse Manager and patient evaluations of care. The RN is responsible to the Patient Care Coordinator for patient care and ultimately accountable to the Director of Nursing. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills
Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program.
Work Experience:
One year medical/surgical nursing care preferred, but not required.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
- Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS
Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below
- Basic Life Support
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Within 90 Days of Employment
Required
- NIH Stroke Scale
Within 1 Year of Employment
Required
Mental Demands:
Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,
demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.
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