What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN (Float Pool, Full-time, Night Shift) position at Merit Health Natchez?
Eligible for premium pay - Float Pool RN will be expected to float to various nursing units as needed, including Critical Care (ER and ICU), medical-surgical, and rehabilitation units.
Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care. Assists 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. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires an associate's degree and is certified as a registered nurse Prefer Bachelors degree in Nursing. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
Experience
Required- 2 year(s): Hospital Based RN
- 1 year(s): Critical Care (ER and/or ICU) Nursing
Education
Required- Associates or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications
Required- L-MS-TNCC
- C-CPI Crisis Prevention
- C-AHA- PEARS
- C-AHA PALS
- C-AHA ACLS
- C-AHA BLS Basic Cardiac
- L-MS-RN License
Behaviors
Preferred- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals