RN- Med/Surg FT- 1858

Artesia General Hospital; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Artesia General Hospital in Artesia, NM is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to deliver direct patient care, applying the nursing process and collaborating with the care team to meet patient needs and safety standards.

An Associate Degree in Nursing is required, with NM RN license or Multistate Compact privileges, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days (TNCC/ENPC preferred). This role emphasizes bedside teaching, documentation, and supporting cross-functional staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with an Associate Degree or Diploma.
• Current New Mexico RN license or Multistate Compact privileges.
• BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS within 90 days; TNCC/ENPC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Teach patients and families with written materials in a timely manner.
• Provide direct patient care following established procedures and standards.
• Support confidentiality and communicate with empathy and courtesy.
• Assist in orientation/training of new staff.
• Cross-train to cover shifts ensuring seamless patient care.

Skills

Nursing process

Basic computer

Education

Associate Degree 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.