August Nurse Graduate - Adult Acute Care - MedSurg - 6 South

Job Title August Nurse Graduate – Adult Acute Care – MedSurg – 6 South Job Details Job Requisition ID: R00050755 Job Category: Nursing Organization: 6 South Location: Main Campus, Jackson, MS Job Summary Nurse graduates who are board eligible from an accredited school of nursing may work under the direct supervision of an RN. The nurse graduate, after being deemed competent, will be allowed to provide direct and indirect patient care which has been mastered through their orientation to the unit and is outlined per UMMC job description. This care should be delegated by the RN and given in a safe and therapeutic manner contributing effectively and efficiently toward the operation of the inpatient/outpatient unit until obtaining a Mississippi Board of Nursing license. Education & Experience Associate's degree or higher in Nursing/Diploma. Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required All nurse graduates employed by University Hospitals and Health System must obtain a valid nursing license within 120 days of hire. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools, and programs. Ability to work in a team environment. Responsibilities Record vital signs, intake, outputs, pulse oximetry and weights accurately and report changes to RN. Assist and prepare patients for treatment, exams, and procedures as directed by RN. Administer and perform baths and basic hygiene measures as directed by RN. Assist with collection and delivery of specimens to appropriate labs timely. Weigh, lift, turn, and reposition patients utilizing good body mechanics. Submit proper patient charges for supplies/equipment in a cost efficient manner and report equipment in need of repair to nurse manager or charge nurse. Assist in serving dietary trays and feeding patients as needed. Provide and document care based upon patient's expectations, age, and development level. Adhere to UMMC'S infection control policy. Attend and participate in continuing education/in-service programs. Physical & Environmental Demands Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, frequent activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional climbing, occasional crawling, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional driving, frequent kneeling, occasional pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, occasional twisting, and constant walking. Employment Type Full timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt: NoPay Class: HourlyFTE %: 100Work Shift: [unspecified] Benefits Eligibility Grant Funded: [unspecified] Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Mississippi Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), disability, age, sex (as that term is defined in applicable laws such as 45 CFR § 92.101(a)(2) and binding court decisions), religion, genetic information, veteran’s status and any other status protected by applicable law. UMMC also prohibits retaliation against those who report discrimination or harassment and against those who participate in the Medical Center’s investigation and handling of such reports. Further, UMMC complies with all applicable statutes, regulations and executive orders regarding sex discrimination, sexual harassment, domestic and dating violence, sexual assault and stalking, including but not limited to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and its implementing regulations which prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in any education program or activity UMMC operates including in admission and employment, the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistic Act (“Clery Act”) and the Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act (“SaVE Act”). UMMC’s commitment to nondiscrimination applies to all of its programs, services, opportunities and activities, including but not limited to all employment, academic, research and clinical care practices and extends to all students, applicants for admission, employees, applicants for employment, affiliates, subcontractors, on‑site contractual staff, third party or community members, visitors to any of our campuses and others participating in UMMC programs or receiving UMMC services. With respect to employment in particular, this commitment applies to all employment decisions including but not limited to recruitment, employment, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, disciplinary actions and termination. UMMC maintains an affirmative action program in accordance with applicable laws. Consistent with these laws, UMMC takes affirmative action to recruit, employ, advance and prevent discrimination against qualified individuals. Legal and Regulatory Compliance UMMC provides reasonable modifications to policies, practices, or procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities when such modifications are necessary to avoid discrimination on the basis of disability; appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities (including qualified sign language interpreters and written information in other formats including braille and large print and language assistance services for individuals with limited English proficiency) which may include qualified interpreters and information written in other languages. Additional Information Job Posting Date: 06/12/2026Job Closing Date: Open until filled (no fixed date specified) #J-18808-Ljbffr