RN - ICU - Rust
About The Position
Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse to join its Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The RN cares for acutely and critically ill patients, combining clinical expertise, attention to detail, and critical thinking with empathy and support for patients and their families. This is a full-time position with a 0.90 FTE and a 12-hour night shift at 2400 Unser Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, New Mexico. The role includes monitoring patient condition, administering medications and treatments, responding to emergencies, supporting diagnostic testing, operating critical-care equipment, documenting care, coordinating with other healthcare professionals, supporting and educating families, and following infection-control protocols. Presbyterian highlights educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarships; a wearable staff-safety badge; differentials for eligible night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and lead roles; malpractice liability insurance; loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department; and the EPIC electronic charting system. Employees can also access a wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing.
- State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License.
- BLS certification required at the time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- One year of Telemetry and RN experience is highly preferred.
- CCRN certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Continuously assess and monitor patients’ vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including IV therapy and sedation.
- Respond swiftly to life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, or shock.
- Assist with and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood work, imaging, and EKGs.
- Operate and manage ventilators, infusion pumps, and other critical-care devices.
- Maintain accurate patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes.
- Coordinate care with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provide emotional support and educate patients’ families about conditions and treatments.
- Follow infection-control protocols to prevent the spread of infection in the ICU.
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
- Staff Safety wearable badge for quickly and discreetly calling for help.
- Differentials for night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and various lead roles for eligible positions.
- Malpractice liability insurance.
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
- EPIC electronic charting system.
- Wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
