RN- Med Surg FT

Artesia General Hospital; Artesia, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Artesia General Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for Med/Surg on a full-time basis in Artesia, NM. The role involves applying the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, while providing education to patients and families and ensuring privacy and compassionate communication.

The RN will perform direct patient care per policy and participate in staff development, with coverage for various shifts as needed and opportunities to cross-train for broader duties.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; Associate Degree or Diploma required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS preferred or within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process: assess, plan, implement, evaluate patient care.
• Teach patients and family members health information and provide written materials.
• Provide direct patient care following established procedures and standards.
• Assist patients, families, and other clients with empathy, confidentiality, and courteous communication.
• Assist orientation/training of new employees and support other staff.
• Cross-cover shifts and adapt to staffing variations to ensure seamless care.

Skills

Basic computer

Nursing process knowledge

Education

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

Job description

# RN- Med Surg FTArtesia, NM 88210## OverviewSalary Range$33.58 - $55.95 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAnyEducation LevelAssociates DegreeCategoryNursing## RN- Med/Surg- FT**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.