Per Diem Registered Nurse

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester seeks an RN to provide direct nursing care within the Pediatric ICU, across Neonates to Geriatrics. You will model professionalism, promote high-quality care, and ensure adherence to hospital and departmental policies.

The role covers discharge planning, family education, and collaboration with the care team to maintain a safe, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Current RN licensure and BLS certification within 30 days.
• Preferred certifications include PALS, TNCC, or ENPC.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work and work in environments with biohazards, requiring PPE.
• Strong communication, clinical, and emergency response skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, direct patient care and implement individualized care plans, including discharge planning and patient/family education.
• Assist with tests, procedures, and emergency measures, ensuring proper consent and safety protocols.
• Administer medications, including IV, and document clinical findings accurately.
• Participate in orientation, assume preceptor roles, and contribute to staff development.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records and respond to inquiries per policy.
• Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment and promote patient safety by following policies and proactively identifying risks.
• Encourage patient participation in their care and adhere to Patient Centered Medical Home standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Emergency response

Clinical skills

Patient education

Education

RN licensure

Tools

PPE equipment

Job description

Role Overview: This position involves providing direct nursing care within the Pediatric ICU, working independently across various age groups including Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics. The RN serves as a role model to promote a positive work environment and ensure high-quality patient care, adhering to hospital and departmental policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, direct patient care and implement individualized care plans, including discharge planning and patient/family education.
• Assist with tests, procedures, and emergency measures, ensuring proper consent and safety protocols.
• Administer medications, including IV, and document clinical findings accurately.
• Participate in orientation, assume preceptor roles, and contribute to staff development.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records and respond to inquiries per policy.
• Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment and promote patient safety by following policies and proactively identifying risks.
• Encourage patient participation in their care and adhere to Patient Centered Medical Home standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Current RN licensure and BLS certification within 30 days.
• Preferred certifications include PALS, TNCC, or ENPC.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work and work in environments with biohazards, requiring PPE.
• Strong communication, clinical, and emergency response skills.