RN Med/Surg Observation: Fast-Paced Care + $10K Sign-On

Carle Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking an RN for the NT6 Observation unit. The unit handles 43 beds with a 1:5-6 nurse-to-patient ratio and 24- to 48-hour patient stays. The role emphasizes high-paced teamwork, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and timely care decisions.

Qualifications include RN license, Nursing Diploma, and BLS within 30 days. External applicants may access a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a three-year commitment for eligible positions.

Qualifications

• RN license required and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Nursing Diploma required; RN with >1 year experience preferred.
• External applicants only for sign-on bonus eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform admission assessments and develop care plans per unit standards.
• Execute nursing interventions and document care accurately.
• Monitor IV sites, start new IVs per policy, and ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, discharge staff, and team educators.

Skills

Foley/NG insertion

IV therapy

Telemetry monitoring

Nursing assessments

Nursing documentation

Patient safety

Education

Nursing Diploma

RN license

Tools

SCDs

IV pumps

Lift equipment

Job description

Carle Health is seeking an RN for the NT6 Observation unit. The unit handles 43 beds with a 1:5-6 nurse-to-patient ratio and 24- to 48-hour patient stays. The role emphasizes high-paced teamwork, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and timely care decisions.

Qualifications include RN license, Nursing Diploma, and BLS within 30 days. External applicants may access a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a three-year commitment for eligible positions.