Associate Registered Nurse (DOH/FBM C#28423+)

New Mexico Department of Health; Santa Clara (NM); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Health seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct resident care in a long-term care facility. You will administer medications, monitor patient conditions, and document vital signs while coordinating with the healthcare team to assess and adjust care plans.

The role requires an active NM RN license, strong clinical skills, and the ability to work flexible hours in a safety-sensitive environment with adherence to state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico.
• Experience with nursing care facilities is advantageous.
• Must meet safety sensitive requirements and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care during a shift using the nursing process.
• Administer medications and monitor for reactions or side effects.
• Record vital signs and patient information accurately.
• Coordinate with the healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Clinical supervision

Education

RN license (NM)

Job description

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Salary

$27.37 - $41.06 Hourly

$56,931 - $85,396 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C7

Why does the job exist?

Responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide direct resident care to an assigned group of residents during a shift.

Responsible for prioritizing the delivery of direct nursing care using time and resources efficiently, integrating a standard based framework model.

Provide clinical supervision for non-professional staff.

How does it get done?

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.

Who are the customers?

Residents at a long-term care facility.

Ideal Candidate

Will have:

• The ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• The ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• The ability to function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.

Minimum Qualification

Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico, or a Graduate Nurse with a ¿permit-to-practice¿.

Employment Requirements

This position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Will be screened for tuberculosis (TB) upon hire. Employment is subject to nationwide criminal background check pursuant to New Mexico Caregivers Criminal Screening Act (Sections 29-17-2 through 29-17-5 NMSA 1978 and 7.1.9.1 through 7.1.9.11 NMAC) and is conditional pending results. Licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico.

Working Conditions

• Works throughout the nursing service area (i.e., nurse's stations, resident rooms, etc.).
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc.,
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
• Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department directors.
• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc.,
• State of New Mexico employees may be impacted by the Public Health Order dated December 19, 2022, which requires facilities licensed or certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), including all hospital types, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, hospice facilities and rehabilitation facilities, as well as assisted living facilities and adult day care settings, to adhere to all COVID-related requirements prescribed by CMS, including, but not limited to masking and staff vaccination.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

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Agency Contact Information: Florentina Rios [phone] Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.