RN - Emergency Department
About The Position
Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital is hiring an Emergency Department registered nurse to provide direct patient care to an assigned group of ED patients in a fast-paced environment alongside a team of healthcare professionals. The role is open to new graduates and experienced RNs. New graduates may participate in a mandatory nurse residency program featuring monthly seminars, peer-to-peer debriefing sessions, support groups and mentoring, and rounding. This is a full-time opportunity with an FTE of 0.90 and varied days and hours. The position is non-exempt. The compensation range is $39.69 to $58.17. Sign-on and relocation bonuses are available for qualified candidates.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing.
- State of New Mexico or Compact State nursing license.
- BLS certification required at time of hire.
Responsibilities
- Triage and assess incoming patients, determine the severity of illness or injury, and prioritize care.
- Monitor and record vital signs and patient status, identifying signs of deterioration.
- Provide stabilization and emergency interventions, including IV access, airway support, fracture immobilization, suturing, and hemorrhage control.
- Administer medications, blood products, and prescribed therapies according to physician orders.
- Perform or assist with lab draws, imaging, and other diagnostic procedures; gather and interpret results to inform care decisions.
- Collaborate with physicians, paramedics, technicians, and other specialists on care plans, referrals, transfers, and admissions.
- Document patient histories, interventions, responses, vital signs, and discharge instructions in accordance with legal and hospital standards.
- Communicate with and educate patients and families, providing emotional support with professionalism and empathy.
- Maintain hygiene standards, clean and restock equipment, and support a safe environment to minimize infection risks.
- Assist with discharge planning, home care and rehabilitation arrangements, specialist follow-ups, and admissions to psychiatric units as needed.
Benefits
- Tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, and educational and career development options.
- 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.
- Nurse residency program support for new graduates, including seminars, peer-to-peer debriefing, support groups and mentoring, and rounding.
- Wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.
- Sign-on and relocation bonuses for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
