This position is for a Registered Nurse (RN) -- Nursery NICU with a company located in Meridian, MS.

Summary: This job is considered a leader in the provision of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members. Assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes, exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions, and maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department's strategic goals and objectives. Demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.

Duties and Responsibilities Include: Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care; Assesses learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines; Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team; Utilizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes; Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing; Other related duties as required.

Requirements and Qualifications Include: Registered Nurse Diploma; Required - Current RN License in the state of practice; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association; Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information; Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard; Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process; Excellent organizational skills; Excellent time management skills.

An Equal Opportunity Employer