Per Diem Psychiatric RN

Aura Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in Albuquerque, NM seeks a registered nurse to provide direct patient care within the nursing process. You will be a clinical leader and role model, promoting a positive work environment and high-quality care.

Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, creating and documenting individualized care plans, administering medications (including IV), assisting with tests and procedures, and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Program graduate in nursing with RN licensure and current state registration.
• Minimum of 2 years of related clinical experience.
• Valid RN licensure in the state; BLS/CPR required; PALS or TNCC preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment; strong patient safety focus.
• Hazardous materials safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care within the nursing process.
• Serve as a clinical leader and role model to promote a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Ensure patient safety, implement and document individualized care plans, administer medications (including IV), assist with tests and procedures, and respond to emergencies.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, maintain accurate medical records, and participate in orientation and precepting new staff.

Skills

Patient safety

Communication

Teamwork

Policy adherence

Education

RN program graduate

Job description

The role involves providing direct nursing care within the nursing process, serving as a clinical leader and role model to promote a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, implementing and documenting individualized care plans, administering medications (including IV), assisting with tests and procedures, and responding to emergencies.

The nurse collaborates with the healthcare team, maintains accurate medical records, and participates in orientation and precepting new staff.

Key qualifications include a program graduate in nursing, at least 2 years of related experience, and valid RN licensure.

Additional certifications such as BLS/CPR are required, with preferred specialties like PALS or TNCC.

Physical demands involve heavy work, and compliance with safety protocols regarding hazardous materials is essential.

Skills in patient safety, communication, teamwork, and adherence to policies are critical for success in this role.