Post Partum Charge RN - Nights

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); Presencial; USD 78.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Education & student loan assistance

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Las Cruces, NM seeks an RN Charge Nurse to oversee a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring high-quality patient care and staff coordination.

You will supervise, evaluate performance, manage patient flow, collaborate with healthcare teams, ensure safety and compliance, and support professional development.

This role offers a sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Formación

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
• RN - Registered Nurse licensure required; BCLS mandatory; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred

Responsabilidades

• Supervises and supports nursing staff, delegating tasks.
• Evaluates staff performance and provides coaching.
• Oversees patient care planning and evaluation.
• Coordinates care with healthcare teams and manages patient flow.
• Maintains communication among physicians, patients, families and units.
• Monitors bed assignments and resource utilization.
• Performs rounds to evaluate care delivery and patient satisfaction.
• Ensures adherence to safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participates in audits and education to improve patient outcomes.
• Manages supplies and cost-effective resource use.
• Leads training and development for nursing staff.
• Responds to emergencies within the unit.

Conocimientos

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Organization

Safety & infection control

Descripción del empleo

***** Offering up to a $20,000 Sign-On for eligible Full Time, Registered Nurse candidates! *****

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Team members across our organization enjoy working in team environments and making a difference in the health and well‑being of the patients they serve. Their efforts are rewarded through numerous recognition programs and our affiliates also offer team member benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off plans for vacations, holidays and illness
• Health insurance, including coverage for medical, dental, vision and prescription drugs
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Education & student loan assistance
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts

About Who We Are

We are a 168-bed Joint Commission accredited acute care facility serving Las Cruces and southern New Mexico. A legacy of rich history, culture and natural beauty; Las Cruces remains one of the Southwest’s best kept secrets. With a thriving arts scene, a focus on downtown, adjacent national monuments and plenty of Southwest charm, there’s always something for you and your family to do or see in Las Cruces. Often recognized nationally as a top place to live and retire, Las Cruces offers a welcoming community. MountainView Regional Medical Center is Las Cruces Strong! Start your new job search here and see why we are ….Proud to be MountainView!

Job Summary

The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
• Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
• Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
• Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost‑effective resource management.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
• Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN:
• Educates patients about pregnancy, provides prenatal screenings, and prepares patients for labor and delivery.
• Assesses and monitors the new mother's physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications like postpartum depression.
• Assists with epidurals and other pain management techniques during labor.
• Administers pain medication, induces labor, and manages other medication needs during labor and delivery.
• Assists during labor and delivery, monitors fetal well‑being, administers medications, and provides pain relief. Monitors mothers and newborns after delivery, assessing their well‑being, and providing education on postpartum care and breastfeeding.
• Assesses and monitors newborn health, taking vital signs, performing routine assessments, and educating parents on newborn care.
• Assists with gynecological exams and procedures, and provides education on reproductive health, contraception, and prenatal care.
• Educates patients about family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
• Interprets fetal heart rate patterns and assesses fetal well‑being using electronic fetal monitoring.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
• Refer to facility or unit‑specific guidelines for additional requirements.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.