Per Diem Psychiatric Nurse

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Weekend shift differential

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an experienced registered nurse to provide direct care in multiple hospital units, including adult, pediatric, and geriatric populations. The RN will lead clinical efforts, promote a positive work environment, and collaborate on individualized care plans.

The role requires administering medications (including IV), aiding tests and procedures, responding to emergencies, and documenting care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• At least 2 years of related experience.
• Valid RN licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care across adult, pediatric, and geriatric units.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Administer medications, including IV, and assist with tests and procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure patient safety.
• Document patient information and participate in education/orientation activities, including precepting new staff.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

This role involves providing direct nursing care within various hospital units, including adult, pediatric, and geriatric populations.

It requires clinical leadership, serving as a role model to promote a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.

The nurse will collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans, administer medications (including IV), assist with tests and procedures, and respond to emergencies.

Ensuring patient safety by following policies, reporting concerns, and maintaining a safe environment is essential.

The position involves documentation, patient education, and participation in orientation and training activities, including precepting new staff.

Qualifications include a graduate of an accredited nursing program, at least 2 years of related experience, and valid RN licensure.

Mandatory certifications encompass CPR, BLS, and ACLS.

The role demands physical strength for patient handling and adherence to safety protocols, including PPE use for hazardous materials.

It offers shift differentials for night and weekend shifts, with compensation influenced by experience and education.