PACU/Preop RN: Lead Patient Recovery & Care

Mountain View Regional; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

NM Earned Sick Leave

Job summary

MountainView Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient‑centered care within the nursing process. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high‑quality care and positive outcomes for patients and families.

The role emphasizes assessment, medication administration, education, and adherence to infection control and safety standards.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in good standing.
• 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• PACU or perioperative experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Assess patients and document findings; report changes.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor effects.
• Educate patients and families on care plans and post‑discharge steps.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain infection control practices and safety standards.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in CPR/code team activities.
• Document care promptly in the medical record.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Care planning

Infection control

Education

RN licensure

Job description

MountainView Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient‑centered care within the nursing process. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high‑quality care and positive outcomes for patients and families.

The role emphasizes assessment, medication administration, education, and adherence to infection control and safety standards.