FT Nights PCU West/Spine RN

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

Job summary

A leading medical center in New Mexico is seeking a Full-Time Nights PCU West/Spine RN. The RN will provide patient-centered care through comprehensive assessments, coordinate with healthcare professionals, and ensure high-quality patient outcomes. Candidates should have an RN license and preferably some clinical experience.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student rotations in an acute care setting required.
• BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care...
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions.

Skills

Assessment skills

Medication administration

Effective communication

Education

RN - State Licensure or Compact License

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Job Summary

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.

Specialized Roles

• Critical Care RN: Administers medications and other treatments as prescribed, manages complex medical equipment, and performs advanced procedures.
• Emergency Services RN: Rapid assessment, emergency procedures, and stabilization interventions.
• OR Services RN: Pre, during, and post-surgery care, assisting surgical team, monitoring vital signs.
• Cardiac Surgery RN: Continuous assessment, medication administration, and post-op monitoring for cardiac patients.
• Endoscopy RN: Patient preparation, monitoring during procedures, and post-procedure care.
• Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN: Prenatal care, labor support, postpartum, and neonatal care.
• Oncology RN: Chemotherapy administration, side effect management, emotional support.
• Orthopedics RN: Care for musculoskeletal patients, pre/post-op, pain management.
• PACU RN: Post-anesthesia assessment, pain management, and discharge education.
• NICU RN: Neonatal care, monitoring, and treatments.
• Telemetry RN: Cardiac monitoring, data analysis, emergency response.
• Dialysis RN: Dialysis treatment, patient monitoring, education.
• Cath Lab RN: Pre, during, and post-procedure patient care, assisting cardiologists.

Qualifications

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong nursing process knowledge, assessment skills, medication administration, and effective communication.
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement knowledge.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - State Licensure or Compact License required.
• BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, NRP preferred.

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