Nursing Jobs in Newton, MS

HOME CARE AIDE JOB DESCRIPTION Description Home Care Aide oversee s s ervices provided to individuals in their own homes and communities, who need assistance caring for themselves as a result of old age, sickness, disability and/or other inflictions. Home care may include assistance with the activities of daily living, housecleaning, laundry, meal preparation, transportation, companionship and respite, Home Care Supervisor /Team Leader/Care Leader ensure s that employees deliver services in a caring and respectful manner, in accordance with relevant Agency policies and industry standards. Reporting Relationship Reports to Operations/ Branch Manager . Responsibilities/Activities Ensure Agency policies and procedures and industry standards and regulations are followed . Assist with the coordination, evaluation and planning of home care services. Assist the Manager with administrative activities and optimal use of resources. Develop , implement and evaluate strategic plans, goals and objectives . Coordinate staffing activities. Coordinate scheduling activities. Supervise work activities of designated employees. Develop and instruct e mployees in the use of practices , procedures and equipment. Provide leadership to employees. Conduct in-home assessments. Liaise with community resources and other agencies. Required Knowledge 
Home Care Aide Job Description Description Homecare Aides provide service to individuals in their own homes and communities, who need assistance caring for themselves as a result of old age, sickness, disability and/or other inflictions. Personal Care may include assistance with the activities of daily living, housecleaning, laundry, meal preparation, transportation, companionship, respite and advice on such things as nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Homecare Aides are responsible for ensuring that service is delivered in a caring and respectful manner, in accordance with relevant Agency policies and industry standards. Reporting Relationship Reports to Supervisor. Reporting Relationship Reports to Supervisor. Responsibilities/Activities: Assist with the activities of daily living and personal care including: -bathing -shaving -ambulation -mouth care -dressing -exercise -hair care -feeding -toileting -nail care -positioning -medication reminding -skin care -transferring -vital signs and Blood Pressure Ensure client's safety and security by supervising the home environment Teach/perform meal planning and preparation, routine housekeeping activities such as making/changing beds, dusting, vacuuming, washing floors, cleaning kitchen and bathroom, and laundry. Provide companionship including social interactions, conversations, emotional reassurance and encouragement of activities that stimulate the mind. Provides respite care for families in accordance with care plans. Perform/assist with essential shopping/errands, which may include handling the client's money in accordance with the care plan and under the observation of the Supervisor. Assist clients with following a written, special diet plan and reinforcement of diet maintenance, which is provided under the direction of a Physician and as identified on the care plan. Escort clients to medical facilities, errands, shopping and outings as specified in the care plan. Assist in basic client transfers providing the client has been assessed as being capable of ambulating without assistance; and/or, providing another trained caregiver (including family) is involved in the transfer. Assist clients with communication by writing or typing correspondence for them or researching information for them. Provide companionship, friendship and emotional support. Talk, listen, share experiences, play games/cards, read to client etc. Help keep clients in contact with family, friends and the outside world. Provide transportation to medical appointments, grocery store and errands. Accompany clients to recreational and/or social events. Assist with plans for visits and outings. Participate on the Care Team by providing input and making suggestions. Ensure service is delivered in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures and practices. Monitor supplies and resources. Evaluate the program and make recommendations to it, as indicated. Follow the written care plan. Carry out duties as assigned by the Supervisor. Observe clients and their environments and reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor. Observe clients and their environments and reports behavior, physical and/or cognitive changes and/or changes in living arrangements to Supervisor. Complete and maintain records of daily activities, observations, and direct hours of service. Attend orientation, in-service training sessions and staff meetings. Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others. Make decisions and solve problems. Communicate with Supervisor and co-workers. Observe, receive and obtain information from relevant sources. Performs other duties as required. Required Knowledge Knowledge of personal care and home management skills. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal care services, including needs determinants, meeting quality standards and evaluation of client satisfaction. Knowledge of the English language. Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries including emergency first aid and CPR. Knowledge of clerical procedures such as maintaining records and completing forms. Required Skills/Abilities The ability to competently assist clients with their activities of daily living. The ability to be aware of other people's reactions and understanding why they react as they do. The ability to establish and maintain relationships. The ability to teach others. The ability to listen actively. The ability to identify problems and determine effective solutions. The ability to apply reason and logic to identify strengths and weaknesses of possible solutions. The ability to monitor and assess themselves, clients and effectiveness of service. The ability to understand written and oral instructions. The ability to communicate information orally so others understand. The ability to communicate in writing so others understand. The ability to work independently and in cooperation with others. The ability to detem1ine or recognize when something is likely to go wrong. The ability to suggest a number of ideas on a subject. The ability to perfom1 activities that use the whole body. The ability to handle and move objects and people. The ability to provide advice and consultation to others. The ability to observe and recognize changes in clients. The ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with clients/families/co workers. Qualifications/Education Diploma/G.E.D Certification in Personal Care Current Valid driver's license. Proper Vehicle Insurance Coverage. Internet Accessible Mobile Phone with the ability to download work related apps Training/Experience: May require related experience. On the job training for new activities. May require similar social and cultural backgrounds with some clients. Great opportunity! Join Plainfield Staffing as a Full-Time Travel LPN on a 13-Week Assignment. Discover a fulfilling career with these competitive benefits: Tax-free stipends Relocation reimbursement Bonuses for referred partners/friends Free online training Assistance with transferring your nursing license Housing provided 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 LPN license and reliable transportation. Prior experience as a travel LPN is preferred, but not required. Earn top pay!! 
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: R00044885 Job Category: Nursing Organization: Pediatric Urgent Care Location/s: UP Grants Ferry Job Title: RN I- Ambulatory (Children's Urgent Care- PRN) 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. 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/EHR, tools and programs. Ability to work in a team environment. Knowledge of approved nursing care procedures and protocols. Responsibilities Provides patient care by performing problem-focused assessments, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients in the physicians practice. Accurately documents care provided into the patient’s electronic medical record. Coordinates the delivery of care within the practice setting and across health care settings. Administers and coordinates resources and direct clinical and organizational activities and workflow within the practice setting. Refers patients to needed services as ordered by the provider. Fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to improve quality of care, services, patient satisfaction and outcomes, work environment patient and staff safety, and organizational performance. Communicates openly with patients, caregivers, and other health care professionals regarding patient care and the ambulatory care nurse's role in the provision of that care within the practice setting. Ensures patients have access to care that is appropriate, safe, effective, timely, efficient, and equitable, resulting in optimal health states for patients and cost-effective outcomes for the practice and organization. Serves as a mentor for new staff, colleagues, and students; actively participates in orientation and ongoing education programs; positively interacts with and contributes to the professional development of clinical staff, peers, and colleagues. Preserves patients' rights to confidentiality, privacy, and self-determination within legal, regulatory, and ethical parameters. Reports patient’s issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate. Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service. Actively engages in practice and organizational initiatives that create and maintain an internal environment that is safe, hazard-free, ergonomically correct, confidential, and comfortable for patients, visitors, and staff. Complies with practice and organizational policies, protocols, and guidelines addressing the prevention of the spread of infection and allergic reactions, the disposal of biohazardous waste, and maintenance of a safe, comfortable environment. 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: Part time FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: No Pay Class: Hourly FTE %: 0 Work Shift: Benefits Eligibility: Grant Funded: Job Posting Date: 08/15/2025 Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):