rn – inpatient

University of New Mexico Hospitals

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our Surgical Specialty Unit (4-S) team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to delivering exceptional patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and promoting a positive work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients as required
• Work within Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures
• Implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age-specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
• Assist with special tests and procedures, ensuring proper consent has been obtained
• Participate in orientation and assume precepting and evaluation responsibilities of new personnel
• Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
• Foster a culture of patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes

Qualifications:

Education:

• Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (non-essential)

Experience:

• No minimum experience required
• Bilingual English/Spanish (non-essential)

Credentials:

• CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuer within 30 days
• RN licensure in NM or reciprocal agreement
• Nationally Certified in area of specialty (non-essential)

Physical Conditions:

• Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people

Working conditions:

• Significant Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials require PPE

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