RN - Acute Step Down

Presbyterian System Services • Albuquerque, NM

2d • Onsite

About The Position

RN's in this position will begin working in a progressive/acute care environment providing intermediate levels of care for patients. This Hybrid Unit will take a mix of higher acuity patients to include long term trachs and drips that need monitoring. New graduates and experienced RN’s are encouraged to apply. 5C Progressive Care This is a general progressive care. CHF, renal failure, GI bleeds, Respiratory failure, heart failure, pulmonary disease and other acute or chronic illnesses. Effectively communicates and assists other members of nursing team and/or other disciplines. Actively participates in problem solving and conflict resolution to maintain team cohesiveness. Performs on-call duties effectively with the ability to triage patients over the phone and visit when needed. Directs own educational needs for the top 10 ICD9 codes and/or diagnoses for diabetes, wounds/post-surgical, arthritis, newborns, Coumadin dependency, malnutrition/ nutrition needs, medication instruction, pain and symptom control/hospice care. Supervises the home health aides in compliance with the Medicare/Medicaid rules and regulations. Performs other functions as required.

Requirements

• Minimum Associate Degree from an accredited academic nursing program.
• Registered Nurse-NM State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License.
• BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates and experienced RN’s are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Providing intermediate levels of care for patients in a progressive/acute care environment.
• Monitoring higher acuity patients, including those with long-term trachs and drips.
• Effectively communicating and assisting other members of the nursing team and/or other disciplines.
• Actively participating in problem-solving and conflict resolution to maintain team cohesiveness.
• Performing on-call duties, including triaging patients over the phone and visiting when needed.
• Directing own educational needs for top 10 ICD9 codes and/or diagnoses such as diabetes, wounds/post-surgical, arthritis, newborns, Coumadin dependency, malnutrition/nutrition needs, medication instruction, pain and symptom control/hospice care.
• Supervising home health aides in compliance with Medicare/Medicaid rules and regulations.
• Performing other functions as required.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities.
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern).
• Differentials for night/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, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree