Nurse Graduate - Adult Acute Care - Medsurg - West

Job Title

August Nurse Graduate
- Adult Acute Care
- Medsurg - 6 West

Nurse graduates that are board eligible from an accredited school of nursing may work under the direct supervision of an RN. After being deemed competent, the nurse graduate will provide direct and indirect patient care which has been mastered through orientation to the unit and is outlined per UMMC job description. This care is delegated by the RN and delivered in a safe, therapeutic manner contributing effectively and efficiently to the operation of the inpatient/outpatient unit until a Mississippi Board of Nursing license is obtained.

Associate's degree or higher in Nursing/Diploma.

All nurse graduates employed by University Hospitals and Health System must obtain a valid nursing license within 120 days of hire.

• 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.

• 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 in a timely manner.
• Weigh, lift, turn, and reposition patients utilizing good body mechanics.
• Submit proper patient charges for supplies/equipment in a cost‑effective manner and report equipment in need of repair to the nurse manager or charge nurse.
• Assist in serving dietary trays and feeding patients as needed.
• Provide and document care based upon patient expectations, age, and development level.
• Adhere to UMMC’s infection control policy.
• Attend and participate in continuing education/in‑service programs.

Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise levels, exposure to heat and cold, handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, and exposure to biohazardous conditions including radiation, blood‑borne pathogens, fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Activities may include occasional working hours beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travel to off‑site locations, frequent activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant standing and walking, frequent bending, lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, and other physically demanding tasks as described above.

FLSA Designation:
Not Exempt
Pay Class:
Hourly
FTE %: 100%

Work Shift:

(not specified)

Grant Funded.

Job Posting Date: 07/01/2026
Job Closing Date:
Open until filled (no date specified)

UMMC 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 defined in applicable laws), 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 investigations of such reports.

UMMC complies with all applicable statutes, regulations, and executive orders pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual violence, and related matters. UMMC maintains an affirmative action program in accordance with applicable laws and works to recruit, employ, advance, and prevent discrimination against qualified individuals. UMMC provides reasonable modifications to policies, practices, or procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities when necessary to avoid discrimination, appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities, and language assistance services for individuals with limited English proficiency.

Complaints or requests for accommodations may be directed to the Office of Employee Relations or other designated channels at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.