RN- Full-Time-1082

Artesia General Hospital; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 45,226 - 72,447; Full time

Job summary

Artesia General Hospital is seeking a full-time Nurse responsible for delivering care to patients using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role requires interaction with patients and health team members while maintaining professional standards.

Candidates must have an Associate Degree in Nursing, relevant experience, and a valid New Mexico RN License. The position offers exposure to various patient care situations amid a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing – Associate Degree or Diploma required.
• One year relevant experience; graduates accepted based on availability.
• Current New Mexico License or RN License with Multistate Compact privileges.
• BLS required; ACLS, PALS required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process.
• Teach patients or significant others appropriate health information.
• Perform direct patient care following established procedures.
• Assist in the orientation/training of new employees.
• Fill open shifts and engage in cross-functional duties.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of nursing process

Education

Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Artesia, NM 88210
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Associates Degree
Salary Range: $32.83 - $52.59 hourly
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Nursing

Job Summary

Responsible for the delivery of care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; and effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing.

Essential Values (Based, Leadership and Management Competencies)

• Respect: Demonstrates competence in respect for others.
• Leadership: Demonstrates competence in knowing everyone has a role.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates competence in the conduct, aims and qualities of health care.
• Dedication: Demonstrates competence in dedication to Artesia General Hospital.

Essential Functions

• Utilize the nursing process by demonstrating appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's care, as evidenced by client/staff observation.
• Teach patient/significant other appropriate health information in a timely manner and share written informational material.
• Perform direct patient care, utilizing established procedures, policies, and standards.
• Assist patients, family members or other clients with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Assist in the orientation/training of new employees.
• Assist other staff in the performance of their assignments.
• Recognize the need for variations in staffing and volunteer to fill open shifts.
• Take direction and initiate actions (cross/additional training) that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care.
• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.

Additional Responsibilities

• As assigned.

Knowledge / Skill / Abilities

• Basic computer.
• Knowledgeable regarding the nursing process and its application, including the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

Age-Related Competencies

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Risk Management / Quality Management / Safety

Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

Minimum Position Qualifications

• Education – Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing – Associate Degree or Diploma required.
• Work Experience – One-year relevant experience; graduates accepted based upon position availability.
• Training – N/A
• License – Current New Mexico License required or RN License with Multistate Compact privileges.
• Certification – BLS required. ACLS, PALS required or within 90 days of employment. TNCC and ENPC preferred.

Environmental Conditions

Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.