Per Diem RN — Independent Patient Care & Education

Christus Health; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Christus Health in Alamogordo, NM seeks a per diem registered nurse who can practice independently in a clinical setting and support long-range care planning.

You will provide nursing care using the full nursing process, administer medications with monitoring, document thoroughly, and educate patients and families. BSN preferred; BLS required; RN license in good standing.

This role emphasizes collaboration with the health team and adapting to contingencies in dynamic clinical environments.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
• BLS required and RN license in state of employment or compact.

Responsibilities

• Meets the competency expectations: Leader of Self, Others or Leaders.
• Provides nursing care using the nursing process (assess, diagnose, plan, intervene, evaluate).
• Addresses complex psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients and families.

Skills

BLS required

RN License

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Job description

Christus Health in Alamogordo, NM seeks a per diem registered nurse who can practice independently in a clinical setting and support long-range care planning.

You will provide nursing care using the full nursing process, administer medications with monitoring, document thoroughly, and educate patients and families. BSN preferred; BLS required; RN license in good standing.

This role emphasizes collaboration with the health team and adapting to contingencies in dynamic clinical environments.