Charge Nurse (RN) OR

Memorial Medical Center; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM, is seeking a dedicated registered nurse (RN) for our 12-bed operating room unit. You will play a vital role in providing exceptional surgical care, assisting in various procedures, and developing care plans for patients post-surgery.

The ideal candidate will hold a current RN license, have an associate's degree, and obtain BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. We offer a competitive $15,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hire.
• Preferred: One year of experience in an OR or surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures including general, bariatric, orthopedic, and urological operations.
• Develop and implement plan-of-care interventions for patients.
• Provide post-operative patient care and monitor patient progress.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing program

Job description

At Memorial Medical Center, we are committed to your well‑being and to providing exceptional care to others. As a registered nurse (RN) you will play a vital role in keeping our community healthy. Join our team in a 12‑bed OR unit located on the 1st floor, where you will assist patients undergoing general surgery, bariatrics, orthopedic, and urological procedures.

Department/Unit Summary

In this role you will provide compassionate care to patients and work closely with RNs, CSTs, and FAs on the 1st‑floor operating room unit.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures including general, bariatric, orthopedic, and urological operations.
• Develop and implement plan‑of‑care interventions for patients.
• Provide post‑operative patient care and monitor patient progress.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure high‑quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing program.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hire.
• Preferred: One year of experience in an OR or surgical setting.

Benefits

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

About Memorial Medical Center

Memorial Medical Center is a 199‑bed acute hospital located in Las Cruces, NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a statewide healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier.

EEO 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.