RN - Orthopedic/Medsurg - Day Shift

Ochsner Rush Medical Center

Meridian, Mississippi

Posted Sep 12

Shift and hours: Day shift RN - Orthopedic/Medsurg - Day Shift
Unit and setting: Orthopedic/Medsurg · Hospital RN - Orthopedic/Medsurg - Day Shift
License: RN licenseCurrent registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice
Term: Permanent

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Day to day: Delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members Effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members
Day to day: Assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes

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This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. Effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions; maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department’s strategic goals and objectives and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports the company's philosophy of nursing.

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In Meridian, MS

Meridian, MSFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 13% below the US average

Median rent: $910/mo
Household income: $36,562/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Meridian, MS

NeighborhoodsHealthcare workers and residents often look toward established, historic pockets like Poplar Springs Drive and Northwood/Poplar Springs, known for architectural charm, mature trees, sidewalks, and quiet surroundings. Highland offers well-maintained homes and close proximity to green space, while Long Creek and The Mark provide quiet, family- and pet-friendly residential settings. Many local professionals also choose outlying Lauderdale County communities such as West Lauderdale, Bailey, Marion, or Collinsville, which offer semi-rural living, calm environments, and lower density while keeping commutes into central employment hubs straightforward.

Healthcare workers and residents often look toward established, historic pockets like Poplar Springs Drive and Northwood/Poplar Springs, known for architectural charm, mature trees, sidewalks, and quiet surroundings. Highland offers well-maintained homes and close proximity to green space, while Long Creek and The Mark provide quiet, family- and pet-friendly residential settings.

Many local professionals also choose outlying Lauderdale County communities such as West Lauderdale, Bailey, Marion, or Collinsville, which offer semi-rural living, calm environments, and lower density while keeping commutes into central employment hubs straightforward.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: facebook.com Source 2: reddit.com Source 3: nextdoor.com

Getting aroundMeridian is exceptionally car-dependent, with everyday travel and shift commutes relying entirely on personal vehicles rather than public transit. Major regional arteries include the confluence of Interstate 20 and Interstate 59, alongside local thoroughfares like Frontage Road and North Hills Street, making cross-town travel quick and direct. Driving into central facilities from inside city neighborhoods takes only minutes, while commuting in from outlying Lauderdale County spots like Collinsville, Enterprise, or Marion generally ranges from 15 to 45 minutes on open highways.

Meridian is exceptionally car-dependent, with everyday travel and shift commutes relying entirely on personal vehicles rather than public transit. Major regional arteries include the confluence of Interstate 20 and Interstate 59, alongside local thoroughfares like Frontage Road and North Hills Street, making cross-town travel quick and direct.

Driving into central facilities from inside city neighborhoods takes only minutes, while commuting in from outlying Lauderdale County spots like Collinsville, Enterprise, or Marion generally ranges from 15 to 45 minutes on open highways.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: areavibes.com Source 3: reddit.com

OutdoorsThe standout outdoor recreation hub is Bonita Lakes Park, spanning 3,300 acres of green space featuring three reservoirs, multi-use nature trails for hiking and running, horseback riding routes, and freshwater fishing. Within the city, Highland Park provides paved walking paths, open park space, and the historic Dentzel Menagerie Carousel. Neighborhoods like Highland and Long Creek feature quiet, leafy streets that offer shaded routes for morning walks and dog owners.

The standout outdoor recreation hub is Bonita Lakes Park, spanning 3,300 acres of green space featuring three reservoirs, multi-use nature trails for hiking and running, horseback riding routes, and freshwater fishing. Within the city, Highland Park provides paved walking paths, open park space, and the historic Dentzel Menagerie Carousel.

Neighborhoods like Highland and Long Creek feature quiet, leafy streets that offer shaded routes for morning walks and dog owners.

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Relocation assistance advertised alongside sign-on bonuses; amount not stated

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Living in Meridian

Meridian stands out as a historic railway junction turned quiet regional center, defined by deep musical roots, historic architecture, and extensive natural escapes. For relocating nurses, the city delivers easy driving access via Interstate 20 and Interstate 59, ensuring daily hospital shifts are completely free of metropolitan congestion. Living options range from character-rich, tree-lined districts like Poplar Springs Drive and Highland to outlying county areas like West Lauderdale, Bailey, and Collinsville, where nurses often settle for suburban calm and zoned schools like West Lauderdale Elementary. Off-shift hours can be spent decompressing across the 3,300 wooded acres and trail networks of Bonita Lakes Park, enjoying Southern staples and black bottom pie at the historic Weidmann's Restaurant, or catching live performances at the MSU Riley Center and The Boxcar rooftop. The primary tradeoff is Meridian's car-dependent footprint and modest nightlife; residents frequently trade big-city amenities for a peaceful, slow-paced lifestyle while driving to Jackson or regional hubs for wider entertainment.

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Meridian, MSFrom Census ACS 2024.