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Attentive Care Nursing

Registered Nurse

Jackson, MS · On-site

$30/hr

We are NOW HIRING RN's for Full-time and Part-time positions. We have a Pediatric case that is in need of an RN SHIFTS Mon-Fri 11p-7a Qualifications necessary: * Active Ms Nursing License (no ...

Attentive Care Nursing

Registered Nurse

Jackson, MS · On-site

$30/hr

We are NOW HIRING RN's for Full-time and Part-time positions. AVAILABLE SHIFTS Sat-Sun (all shifts day and night) (8hr, 12hr, or 16hr shifts) Qualifications necessary: * Active Ms Nursing License (no ...

Attentive Care Nursing

Registered Nurse

Richland, MS · On-site

$29/hr

We are NOW HIRING RN's for Full-time and Part-time positions. We have a Pediatric case that is in need of an RN fulltime Monday-Friday 2p-10p WEEKENDS 2p-1op Qualifications necessary: * Active Ms ...

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Part time nurses are registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, or nurse practitioners who work fewer hours than a full-time schedule, typically less than 30-36 hours per week. They perform the same duties as full-time nurses, such as providing patient care, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Part time nursing positions offer more flexible schedules, making them ideal for those balancing work with family, school, or other commitments. Despite working fewer hours, part time nurses must still meet the professional and licensing requirements of their role.

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Part-time nurses work closely with full-time nursing staff through comprehensive handover processes, regular team meetings, and effective communication using electronic health records. They are often assigned shifts that complement the core team, such as evenings, weekends, or peak periods. To ensure seamless care, part-time nurses must stay updated on patient care plans and hospital protocols, and are encouraged to participate in ongoing training. Collaboration and adaptability are key, as part-time nurses often cover a variety of units and patient needs.

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AspectPart Time NursesRegistered Nurses
CredentialsLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license, depending on roleRN license, BSN or diploma required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, nursing homes, home careHospitals, clinics, community health, long-term care
Employment TypePart-time, flexible hoursFull-time or part-time, depending on position
Job ResponsibilitiesBasic patient care, monitoring, assisting with proceduresComprehensive patient care, assessments, care planning

Part Time Nurses typically work fewer hours and may have more flexible schedules compared to Registered Nurses, who often work full-time and have more advanced responsibilities. Both roles require nursing licensure, but RNs usually have higher qualifications and broader responsibilities.

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Part Time - NP- NICU - Department of Pediatrics

Jackson, MS • On-site

University of Mississippi Medical Center
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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$104K - $136K/yr

Part-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

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:
R00051516
Job Category:
Clinician
Organization:
SOM-Peds-Division Business Admin A
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
Part Time - NP- NICU - Department of Pediatrics
Job Summary:
To manage and provide patient medical care in a specialty area and promotes patient health and wellness by assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing and evaluating appropriate patient care in collaboration with a physician and in accordance with UMMC, state, and federal requirements and guidelines. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.
Education & Experience
Education and Experience Required:
Master's degree or higher in Nursing
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required: Mississippi APRN license and must have national certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
Job applications may be accepted for candidates that currently meet the minimum qualifications or candidates actively pursuing the degree and licensure requirements who will meet all minimum requirements within 6 months. Minimum qualifications must be satisfied prior to starting work.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of APRN procedures and protocols. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge and understanding of MS board of nursing regulations.
Responsibilities
  • Completes health assessments in a newborn area (patient histories and physical exams).
  • Orders, collects, and interprets relevant laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
  • Formulates and implements comprehensive patient care plans in a newborn area based on patient assessments. Plans include, but are not limited to patient and family education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies.
  • Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided.
  • Coaches and mentors other newer nurse practitioners.
  • Functions as expert/resource to nursing staff in the newborn area.
  • 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, frequent 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, occasional 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, constant bending, frequent lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, frequent climbing, occasional crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, occasional 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 %:
25
Work Shift:
Day
Benefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
No
Job Posting Date:
07/23/2026
Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
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About University of Mississippi Medical Center

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The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) is the state's sole academic medical center, focused on enhancing the lives of Mississippi residents through education, research, and healthcare. UMMC houses seven health science schools with over 3,000 enrolled students, and its researchers are renowned for their contributions to areas like heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, and cancer treatment. Their efforts not only improve health outcomes but also drive economic growth and job opportunities in the state.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Jackson, MS, US

Year founded

1955

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