Psychiatric Outpatient RN - Compassionate Mental Health Care

University of New Mexico - Hospitals; Edgewood (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

University of New Mexico - Hospitals is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for a General Specialty Clinics unit focused on mental health and psychiatry. The role involves designing nursing care plans, coordinating medications, and supporting patients across pediatric to geriatric ages in a recovery-oriented environment.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Must be a Program Graduate with nursing credentials.
• Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate required.
• 1 year of directly related nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview, examine, and assess the health status of psychiatric patients across age groups.
• Write treatment plans; coordinate patient drug and procedure activities; administer medications.
• Educate patients and families on treatment regimens and side effects; provide emotional support.
• Coordinate and consult with physicians, medical staff, and other service providers.
• Follow department policies and participate in quality improvement and safety programs.

Skills

Bilingual languages

Education

Program Graduate

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

University of New Mexico - Hospitals is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for a General Specialty Clinics unit focused on mental health and psychiatry. The role involves designing nursing care plans, coordinating medications, and supporting patients across pediatric to geriatric ages in a recovery-oriented environment.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance.