RN- Med/Surg

Artesia General Hospital; Artesia (NM); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Artesia General Hospital in Artesia, NM is seeking a full-time registered nurse with an Associate Degree to join our patient care team. A current NM license or Multistate Compact privileges are required, with BLS and ACLS/PALS or within 90 days of employment.

An Associate Degree or Nursing Diploma is required, and one year of related experience is preferred. The position involves direct patient care, patient and family education, and adherence to nursing processes, policies, and standards.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Teach patients and family members health information and provide written materials.
• Provide direct patient care according to established procedures and standards.
• Assist patients and families with empathy while maintaining confidentiality and privacy.

Skills

Basic computer

Nursing process knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Artesia, NM 88210
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Associates Degree
Salary Range: $35.58 - $55.95 Hourly
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Nursing

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.

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