Registered Nurse (RN)

El Centro Family Health; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Sick Time

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

El Centro Family Health in Las Vegas, NM is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to ensure high-quality patient care. The RN will utilize their license to provide direct patient support, assist during treatments, and maintain medical records.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in EHR. Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, retirement plans, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Mexico.
• One year of healthcare experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support clinical operations.
• Use EHR to document vital signs and patient information.
• Assist providers during treatments and surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage medication inventory.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient education

Electronic Health Record (EHR) proficiency

Clinical skills

Education

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care at El Centro Family Health, in accordance with the New Mexico State Nurse Practice Act. The RN provides direct patient care, assists providers, and supports clinical operations while maintaining professional standards and adherence to organizational policies.

What You Will Do

• Use the Electronic Health Record (EHR) to accurately document vital signs, patient symptoms, history, and other information in preparation for provider encounters.
• Assist providers during patient treatments, procedures, and examinations by performing standing orders and protocols such as urinalysis, blood glucose, pregnancy and hematocrit testing; administering oral, intravenous, and injectable medications; performing peak flow tests, pure-tone audiograms, visual acuity testing, and EKGs.
• Support providers in invasive/minor surgical procedures, suture removal, and monitor patients for reactions to medications, responsiveness to treatment, and adherence to care plans.
• Maintain accurate patient records by documenting changes, progress, reactions, and treatments; suggest updates to treatment plans; transcribe provider orders after verification.
• Ensure the security and adequacy of medications by ordering, receiving, and managing pharmaceutical inventory; remove expired medications; perform annual inventories; monitor medication refrigerator temperatures; and safeguard access to the drug room.
• Maintain medical equipment and supplies by ordering, receiving, stocking, and cleaning supplies; sterilizing instruments; testing equipment; and performing annual inventory checks.
• Educate patients by disseminating health information and literature on family planning, prenatal care, and disease prevention across all age groups.
• Support clinic compliance with state licensure by implementing quality assurance protocols in pharmacy, laboratory, and patient care areas.
• Assist with continuity of care and case management, including tracking specialty referrals, following up on abnormal lab results, and patient education.
• Maintain patient files by updating medication lists, lab results, visit notes, and other required documentation.
• Provide clinical support by answering calls, performing triage, and assisting walk-in patients as needed.
• Uphold professional standards and teamwork, maintaining a positive demeanor while contributing to high-quality patient care.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service, respecting patient rights, confidentiality, and needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Mexico.
• One year of healthcare experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate proficiency with PC software, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical setting.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to balance, bend, lift, carry, and pull up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods, typically longer than four hours.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, or as needed.
• Manual dexterity and ability to use hands and fingers for feeling, grasping, and operating office equipment.
• Adequate hearing ability for communication and monitoring office environments.
• Good vision for reading documents, operating office equipment, and observing surroundings.
• Capability to stoop, crouch, crawl, or kneel as necessary for office tasks.
• Ability to talk clearly and effectively for communication.
• Ability to walk and move around the office environment.

What We Offer

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Employee Supplemental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

El Centro Family Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.