Registered Nurse - Inpatient PACU

MEP Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health is seeking compassionate Registered Nurses to provide high-quality inpatient care in Post-Anesthesia Care Units, including Pediatric, General PACU, and specialized surgical units. You will assess, monitor, and care for post-surgery patients, manage pain and airway, and support families.

Responsibilities include direct patient care across ages, care plan implementation, and medication administration while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in the state or reciprocal agreement.
• CPR/BLS certification (obtained within 30 days if not already certified).
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, bilingual skills, and specialty certification.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care across diverse age groups, including neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics.
• Implementing and documenting individualized care plans.
• Assisting with tests, procedures, and emergency responses.
• Administering medications following safety protocols.
• Participating in orientation, mentoring new staff, and promoting a positive work environment.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring patient safety standards.

Skills

Direct patient care

IV verification

Bilingual skills

CPR/BLS certification

Education

RN license (state)

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

Seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Nurses to provide high-quality inpatient care across various Post-Anesthesia Care Units, including Pediatric, General PACU, and specialized surgical units. The role involves assessing, monitoring, and caring for patients post-surgery, ensuring safety, pain management, airway management, and family-centered support. Nurses will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, deliver medication administration, assist with procedures, and promote patient safety and comfort. Leadership responsibilities include serving as a role model, ensuring adherence to policies, and providing relief charge duties.

Role Overview

Seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Nurses to provide high-quality inpatient care across various Post-Anesthesia Care Units, including Pediatric, General PACU, and specialized surgical units. The role involves assessing, monitoring, and caring for patients post-surgery, ensuring safety, pain management, airway management, and family-centered support. Nurses will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, deliver medication administration, assist with procedures, and promote patient safety and comfort. Leadership responsibilities include serving as a role model, ensuring adherence to policies, and providing relief charge duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care across diverse age groups, including neonates, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics
• Implementing and documenting individualized care plans
• Assisting with tests, procedures, and emergency responses
• Administering medications following safety protocols
• Participating in orientation, mentoring new staff, and promoting a positive work environment
• Maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring patient safety standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Current RN license in the state or reciprocal agreement
• CPR/BLS certification (obtained within 30 days if not already certified)
• Competency in IV verification within six months
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Nursing, bilingual skills, and specialty certification

Work Environment & Conditions

• Fast-paced, requiring physical exertion, including lifting and moving patients
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials with safety precautions
• Focus on patient safety and quality care in a dynamic setting