FT Medical Day RN

Longview Regional Medical Center; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Full-Time Medical Day RN to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. This role emphasizes collaboration with healthcare teams and requires strong assessment and medication administration skills. Ideal candidates will have less than two years of experience with an RN licensure. Opportunities for professional development and involvement in performance improvement initiatives are encouraged.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting.
• Strong nursing process knowledge and excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care based on protocols.
• Conducts patient assessments, administers medications, and collaborates with the healthcare team.

Skills

Assessment

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Documentation

Safety

Infection control

Education

RN - State Licensure and/or Compact Licensure

BCLS certification

ACLS, PALS, NRP certifications

Job description

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The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
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Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong nursing process knowledge, assessment skills, medication administration, and team collaboration.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, safety, and infection control skills.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - State Licensure and/or Compact Licensure required.
• BCLS - Required.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP - Preferred.

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