Med/Surg RN: Patient-Centered Care Leader

Artesia General Hospital; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Artesia General Hospital in Artesia, NM is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to deliver direct patient care, applying the nursing process and collaborating with the care team to meet patient needs and safety standards.

An Associate Degree in Nursing is required, with NM RN license or Multistate Compact privileges, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days (TNCC/ENPC preferred). This role emphasizes bedside teaching, documentation, and supporting cross-functional staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with an Associate Degree or Diploma.
• Current New Mexico RN license or Multistate Compact privileges.
• BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS within 90 days; TNCC/ENPC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Teach patients and families with written materials in a timely manner.
• Provide direct patient care following established procedures and standards.
• Support confidentiality and communicate with empathy and courtesy.
• Assist in orientation/training of new staff.
• Cross-train to cover shifts ensuring seamless patient care.

Skills

Nursing process

Basic computer

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Artesia General Hospital in Artesia, NM is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to deliver direct patient care, applying the nursing process and collaborating with the care team to meet patient needs and safety standards.

An Associate Degree in Nursing is required, with NM RN license or Multistate Compact privileges, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days (TNCC/ENPC preferred). This role emphasizes bedside teaching, documentation, and supporting cross-functional staff.