Graduate Nurse

Jobtome; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

Hospitals is seeking a Graduate Nurse for its RN Residency Program in New Mexico. Eligible graduates must secure NM RN licensure within 60 days and transition through a 0.90 FTE, rotating shift path, with a plan to advance to RN Inpt or RN Outpt on successful NCLEX completion.

The role emphasizes patient care across age groups, adherence to safety protocols, and ongoing professional development in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate Nurse permit or RN license required within 60 days of hire.
• Must apply for or obtain NCLEX and NM RN licensure within 60 days of hire.
• Bilingual English and Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, direct patient care under RN preceptor supervision.
• Work within Hospitals and departmental policies.
• Develop and document individualized care plans with discharge teaching.
• Administer medications, including IV meds, per policy.
• Assist with tests/procedures and obtain proper consent.
• Support emergency measures and maintain a safe environment.
• Contribute to department and hospital mission and goals.
• Pursue professional development through education, literature, and training.

Skills

English/Spanish bilingual

Education

Program Graduate

Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

This posting is for those who have graduated from a nursing program by December 2026! Graduate Nurse Permits can be requested in order to start with the cohort beginning January 18, 2027.

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: RN Residency Program

FTE: 0.90 Full Time Shift: Rotating

Position Summary

Provide safe, direct patient care utilizing the nursing process in the ambulatory setting. Promote a positive work environment and quality patient care. Graduate Nurses (GNs) must have applied for or obtained authorization to take the NCLEX and secure New Mexico RN licensure within 60 days of hire. Upon successfully passing the NCLEX and completing all Graduate Nurse competency requirements, the incumbent must transition to an RN Inpt or RN Outpt position. The transfer will be processed at the first available effective date. During the transition period, the Graduate Nurse will continue to perform duties under the current job description. Failure to successfully pass the NCLEX will result in an automatic demotion to the Tech Patient Care II position, with appropriate reduction in pay. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities

• PATIENT CARE - Deliver safe, direct care to an assigned group of patients, under the supervision of an RN Preceptor
• POLICIES - Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies
• CARE PLAN - Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
• MEDICATION - Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
• TESTS AND PROCEDURES - Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained
• EMERGENCY MEASURES - Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
• ENVIRONMENT - Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards
• MISSION AND GOALS - Assist to maintain, support, and implement department and Hospitals mission and goals
• DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
• PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
• PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
• PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
• PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
• PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Qualifications

Education:

Essential:

• Program Graduate

Nonessential:

• Bachelor's Degree

Education specialization:

Essential:

• Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate

Nonessential:

• Nursing

Experience:

Essential: No minimum experience required

Nonessential:

• Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo

Credentials:

• CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
• NM Board of Nursing Graduate Permit or RN License

Physical Conditions: Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Working conditions:

• Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE
• Limited access to med room. Med Admin Policy, Att A
• Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Department: Registered Nurse