Nursing Jobs in Brandon, MS

Overview Job Summary Coordinates and provides care utilizing the critical thinking framework known as the nursing process. The nursing process forms the foundation of the nurse's decision making to help partner with patients/families to attain, maintain and restore health whenever possible. Blends caring, compassion, knowledge and integrity to provide safe quality care that preserves patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Assesses the patient Develops the plan of care. Implements the plan of care. Evaluates the plan of care. Administers medications as prescribed. Provides patient, family, and/or significant other health teaching/education. Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery. Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care. Provides clinical leadership Supports life long learning Completes assigned goals Specifications Experience 1-2 years of ICU, ED, or procedural area experience preferred. Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Education Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Training Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Special Skills Minimum Required Computer literacy Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required RN;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE ACLS Preferred/Desired Great opportunity! Join Promed Staffing as a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Contract on a 13-Week Assignment. Discover a fulfilling career with these competitive benefits for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Tax-free stipends Relocation reimbursement Bonuses for referred partners/friends Free online training Assistance with transferring your nursing license Housing paid by Promed All positions are at nursing home facilities, with multiple locations available for you to choose from. Find the location that's best for you! You must have an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and reliable transportation. Prior experience as a travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is preferred, but not required. Earn top pay!! Great opportunity! Join Promed Staffing as a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Contract on a 13-Week Assignment. Discover a fulfilling career with these competitive benefits for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Tax-free stipends Relocation reimbursement Bonuses for referred partners/friends Free online training Assistance with transferring your nursing license Housing paid by Promed All positions are at nursing home facilities, with multiple locations available for you to choose from. Find the location that's best for you! You must have an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and reliable transportation. Prior experience as a travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is preferred, but not required. Earn top pay!! 
Overview Job Summary Provides direct and indirect patient care in the assigned care setting. Communicates and collaborates with physicians, leadership, co-workers, and other multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Provides high quality patient care utilizing critical thinking, nursing processes, decision making, compassion, integrity, respect, and empathy. Preserves the patient’s autonomy, dignity, and rights, and restores health whenever possible. Able to perform general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Assesses the patient appropriately and accurately based on their medical condition. Has knowledge of ordered medications and administers as prescribed. Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient including basic self-care activities. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates ability to utilize nursing knowledge to perform treatments and provide services. Communicates/collaborates with multidisciplinary team in providing patient care. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with social services regarding both hospital and post discharge needs. Demonstrates cost-effective practices and non-wasteful usage of supplies, linen, and charge items. Prioritizes patient care effectively and efficiently. Promotes patient safety by reducing the risk of unnecessary harm associated with health care. Assumes lifelong learning related to the nursing profession. Specifications Experience Minimum Required One (1) year of nursing experience Preferred/Desired Education Minimum Required Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Preferred/Desired Training Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Special Skills Minimum Required Computer literacy Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required RN;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE Preferred/Desired ACLS/PALS Specialty Certification 
Hello, Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application: Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it. You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application. You can only apply one time to a job requisition. Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources Important Applications Instructions: Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/ license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted. Job Requisition ID: R00046929 Job Category: Nursing Organization: Trauma Management Location/s: Main Campus Jackson Job Title: RN Clinical -Outcomes Coordinator-Specialty Job Summary: To support and coordinate clinical quality improvement initiatives. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose. Education & Experience Master's degree plus one (1) year of experience in Healthcare Management, Healthcare Quality Improvement, Case Management, Performance Improvement, Direct Patient Care, or related field or Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years’ experience in Healthcare Management, Healthcare Quality Improvement, Case Management, Performance Improvement, Direct Patient Care, or related field. Valid RN license. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Valid RN license. BLS required; may be obtained within the first ninety (90) days of hire. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of current theoretical approaches to delivering nursing care and strategies for examining and applying relevant concepts. Knowledge of performance improvement concepts and the ability to participate in developing and implementing strategies to address opportunities for improving the care delivered to patients. Verbal and written communications skills. Leadership and team building skills. Presentation skills. Problem solving ability. Organizational skills. Analytical skills. Responsibilities Coordinates ongoing clinical quality improvement initiatives. Coordinates and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and committees to assure that evidence-based clinical quality goals and outcomes are developed and implemented using appropriate standards of care. Serves as liaison as appropriate Educates others on clinical quality improvement initiatives. Works to ensure integration of clinical quality improvement initiatives into the day to day operations. Provides feedback to medical staff and administration regarding outcomes from clinical improvement initiatives during and after implementation, and regarding outcomes of performance measures of clinical pathways. Serves as a mentor and facilitator to clinical outcome improvement teams. Creates templates for streamlining clinical outcomes improvement team development, pathway development and implementation. Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service. Performs other duties as assigned. Physical and Environmental Demands Requires occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, occasional work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more) Time Type: Full time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: Yes Pay Class: Salary FTE %: 100 Work Shift: Benefits Eligibility: Grant Funded: Job Posting Date: 11/14/2025 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified): 
Overview Job Summary Provides direct and indirect patient care in the assigned care setting. Communicates and collaborates with physicians, leadership, co-workers, and other multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Provides high quality patient care utilizing critical thinking, nursing processes, decision making, compassion, integrity, respect, and empathy. Preserves the patient’s autonomy, dignity, and rights, and restores health whenever possible. Able to perform general nursing duties, patient education, and prioritization. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Assesses the patient appropriately and accurately based on their medical condition. Has knowledge of ordered medications and administers as prescribed. Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient including basic self-care activities. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates ability to utilize nursing knowledge to perform treatments and provide services. Communicates/collaborates with multidisciplinary team in providing patient care. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with social services regarding both hospital and post discharge needs. Demonstrates cost-effective practices and non-wasteful usage of supplies, linen, and charge items. Prioritizes patient care effectively and efficiently. Promotes patient safety by reducing the risk of unnecessary harm associated with health care. Assumes lifelong learning related to the nursing profession. Specifications Experience Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Education Minimum Required Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Preferred/Desired Training Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Special Skills Minimum Required Computer literacy Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required RN;BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE Preferred/Desired ACLS/PALS Specialty Certification 
Hello, Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application: Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it. You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application. You can only apply one time to a job requisition. Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources Important Applications Instructions: Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/ license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted. Job Requisition ID: R00045475 Job Category: Nursing Organization: Children's Transport Location/s: Main Campus Jackson Job Title: Children's Critical Care Transport RN- Full Time Job Summary: To provide optimum critical/emergency care to sick or injured infants/children transported by aircraft or ground ambulance to UMMC or other designated facilities. Education & Experience Education and Experience Required: Associate's degree or diploma in Nursing and three (3) years neonatal, pediatric intensive care or peds emergency experience. Certification, Licenses or Registration Required: Valid RN license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Other Requirements: Weight may not exceed 225 pounds when fully clothed. Must be able to lift a patient weighing 250 pounds onto a stretcher or infant in incubator, carry a minimum of fifty (50) feet and load into an aircraft or ground ambulance (with the help of another provider). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to assess and treat injuries and disease for pediatric and neonatal patients. Knowledge of agents, equipment, procedures, and techniques for the provision of emergency and critical care nursing for interfacility and scene transports. Verbal and written communication skills. Ability to remain calm in emergency conditions. Ability to provide physical and psychological treatment and comfort to patients. Ability to withstand exposure to noise, external weather conditions, and work in high altitudes. Ability to maintain and comply with weight and lifting restrictions and requirements. Responsibilities Evaluates, plans, administers, and documents nursing care for patients during transport. Provides physical and psychological comfort to patients. Monitors patient condition during transport and adverse reactions to drugs of treatment. Guides assisting personnel in the provision of patient care. Ensures equipment and supplies are available and functional and reports any equipment failures. Promotes a positive image of UMMC by participating in community outreach programs. Ensures regulatory compliance of patient care provided during flight transport. Prepares and maintains applicable reports and documentation. Participate in disaster preparedness and operational support to include EMS unit operations as well as supporting UMMC’s role in the State Medical Response System. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and Environmental Demands: Requires constant exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, constant handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, constant 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, frequent working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, constant travelling to offsite locations, constant activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, frequent lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional climbing, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, frequent kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, frequent sitting, frequent standing, frequent twisting, and frequent walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more). Time Type: Full time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: No Pay Class: Hourly FTE %: 100 Work Shift: Benefits Eligibility: Grant Funded: Job Posting Date: 09/3/2025 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified): 
Hello, Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application: Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it. You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application. You can only apply one time to a job requisition. Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources Important Applications Instructions: Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/ license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted. Job Requisition ID: R00034832 Job Category: Nursing Organization: NICU Location/s: Main Campus Jackson Job Title: RN I Inpatient - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit-NICU - Full Time Job Summary: To assess, develop, implement and evaluate the nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. To coordinate the operations of a clinical area including patient scheduling, maintaining patient records and managing the patient admissions process. To counsel with patients and family members on treatment and conditions of patients. To act as liaison between case managers, home health nurses, utilization review, etc. To coordinate patient services and care. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion. Education & Experience Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: Valid RN license. 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 Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients. Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments and the importance of complying with medication schedules. Ensures the safety of patients. Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit. Maintains accurate patient records. Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines. Reports patients issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate. Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area. Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and 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 activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, constant bending, frequent lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, frequent climbing, frequent crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, constant pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, constant twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more) Time Type: Full time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: No Pay Class: Hourly FTE %: 100 Work Shift: Benefits Eligibility: Grant Funded: Job Posting Date: 08/29/2025 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified): 
Hello, Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application: Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it. You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application. You can only apply one time to a job requisition. Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources Important Applications Instructions: Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/ license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted. Job Requisition ID: R00044505 Job Category: Nursing Organization: 7 South Location/s: Main Campus Jackson Job Title: RN I - PRN - Adult Acute Care - 7 South Job Summary: To assess, develop, implement and evaluate the nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. To coordinate the operations of a clinical area including patient scheduling, maintaining patient records and managing the patient admissions process. To counsel with patients and family members on treatment and conditions of patients. To act as liaison on between case managers, home health nurses, utilization review, etc. To coordinate patient services and care. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion. Education & Experience Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: Valid RN license. Position may require Cert/Reg; however, no pay will be associated with the PRN position. 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 Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients. Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments and the importance of complying with medication schedules. Ensures the safety of patients. Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit. Maintains accurate patient records. Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines. Reports patients issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate. Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area. Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and Environmental Demands Requires frequent 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, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, frequent twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more) Time Type: Part time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: No Pay Class: Hourly FTE %: 100 Work Shift: Benefits Eligibility: Grant Funded: Job Posting Date: 07/24/2025 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified): 
Hello, Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application: Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it. You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application. You can only apply one time to a job requisition. Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile. Thank you, Human Resources Important Applications Instructions: Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/ license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted. Job Requisition ID: R00035043 Job Category: Nursing Organization: SICU Location/s: Main Campus Jackson Job Title: RN I Inpatient-Surgical Intensive Care Unit-SICU-Full Time/Part Time Job Summary: To assess, develop, implement and evaluate the nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. To coordinate the operations of a clinical area including patient scheduling, maintaining patient records and managing the patient admissions process. To counsel with patients and family members on treatment and conditions of patients. To act as liaison between case managers, home health nurses, utilization review, etc. To coordinate patient services and care. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion. Education & Experience Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: Valid RN license. 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 Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients. Educates patients (and possibly family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments and the importance of complying with medication schedules. Ensures the safety of patients. Coordinates referrals to other services within and outside of immediate area or unit. Maintains accurate patient records. Functions as a preceptor in accordance with UMMC guidelines. Reports patients issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate. Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area. Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and 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 activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, constant bending, frequent lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, frequent climbing, frequent crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, constant pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, constant twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more) Time Type: FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: No Pay Class: Hourly FTE %: 100 Work Shift: Benefits Eligibility: Grant Funded: Job Posting Date: 07/8/2025 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified): 
Job Description The Case Manager directs the utilization review of patient charts, treatment plans, and discharge planning pertaining to the quality of care and treatment criteria for patients in a specific department. The Case Manager 1 specializes in the review of information pertaining specifically to the assigned areas. Relies on education, experience, professional training and judgment to accomplish responsibilities. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Works under minimal supervision. Directs the utilization review of patient charts and treatment plans pertaining to the quality of care and treatment criteria for patients in a specific department. The Case Manager of Clinical Services specializes in the review of information pertaining specifically to the assigned area (i.e.: Case Management, Geriatrics, Mental & Behavioral Health, Home Health). Most, but not all, of the accountabilities below may apply to each specific area. Responsibilities Evaluation and Analysis: Contributes to cost effectiveness/efficiency and demonstrates awareness of benefit system and cost benefit analysis. Demonstrates the ability to maximize financial outcomes of assigned patient load using the continuum of care philosophy. Assists in the development, monitoring, and analysis of annual financial goals of targeted population. Understands the capabilities of outside referral sources such as home health, sub-acute care and skilled nursing facilities. Understands the different types of healthcare delivery systems and the requirements for prior approval by payor for admissions, procedures, and continued stay. Meets with treatment team to provide utilization review information, discusses issues pertaining to continued stay, discharge and aftercare plans, evaluates current financial resources, and discusses whether documentation reflects the need for continued stay and at what level of care is the most appropriate. Partnership and Collaboration Performs effective utilization review techniques to work with physicians, third party payors, and federal and local agencies to prevent denials of payment or days. Acts as a resource for unit personnel in the resolution of utilization/case management problems and expediently communicates identified problems to appropriate personnel in an effort to enhance departmental operating efficiency. Collaborates with all members of the health team to ensure reimbursement optimization, appropriate discharge planning, and cost-effective quality care. Plays a key role in the discharge planning process assessing patient's needs for referrals and/or alternate levels of care. Appropriately tracks and reports avoidable days. Demonstrates competence in coordination and service delivery. Understands methods for assessing an individual's level of physical/mental impairment. Assesses patient clinical information and in collaboration with the healthcare team, develops treatment/discharge plans. Quality Evaluates the quality of necessary medical services, utilizes criteria to determine medical necessity of admission and interacts with physicians to facilitate patient assignment to appropriate alternative of care. Provides appropriate and timely information to third party payors to facilitate financial outcomes and ensures patients are receiving appropriate level of care; includes coordinating denials/appeals. Demonstrates ability to access and utilize community resources. Is knowledgeable of the ADA and other federal legislation affecting individuals with disabilities. Knows how to establish a client support system. Observes and adheres to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures, and follows all safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards. Promotes the quality and efficiency of his/her own performance by remaining current with the latest trends in field of expertise through participation in job-relevant seminars and workshops, attendance at professional conferences, and affiliations with national and state professional organizations. Other Duties as Assigned Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Qualifications Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, RN.Minimum of two years' clinical experience required. Case management or Utilization management experience preferred. Employee must demonstrate ability to recognize patients' individual needs based on medical conditions, age (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, young adults, middle-aged and geriatric), limitations and planned procedures. Requires oral and written communication skills; professional affiliations.Current Mississippi RN license required.