Charge Nurse (RN) Med Surg

Memorial Physician Practices; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Relocation assistance

Shift differentials

Medical, dental, vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Paid time off

Life/ disability insurance

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Charge Nurse (RN) for the Medical Surgical unit. This full-time night shift (3x12s) offers a $15,000 sign-on and relocation aid. You will lead a team of RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and CMAs in a 34-room unit with 1:5 to 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratios, delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

You’ll apply specialized care plans, mentor staff, and use advanced tech to enhance patient outcomes. Join a hospital network focused on healthier communities.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license.
• Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school.
• BLS certification required at hire; PALS within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in a 34-room Medical Surgical unit.
• Assess patient needs, administer treatments, and ensure safety.
• Collaborate with RNs, LPNs, CMAs, and CNAs to deliver quality care.

Skills

RN license

Med Surg

Telemetry

BLS

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

BLS certification

PALS within 6 months

Job description

Charge Nurse (RN) Med Surge $15,000 Sign On Bonus and up to $10,000 relocation

Shift: Full Time, 3x12s, Nights 7am-7pm

Your experience matters

At Memorial Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

Join our team in a 34 room Medical Surgical unit, located on the 3rd floor, where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of RNs, LPNs, CMAs and CNAs. With a 1:5 to 1:6 nurse to patient ratio, you will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

How you'll contribute

You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

• -$15,000 sign-on bonus for full time
• -Relocation assistance
• -Shift differentials
• -Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• -Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• -Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• -Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• -Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• -Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

• License/Education: Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required up on hire. CLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• Experience: 3 years experience required. Med Surg/Telemetry experience preferred.

About our Health System

Memorial Medical Center is a 199 bed acute hospital located in Las Cruces, NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MMC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."