RN - Operating Room

Presbyterian System Services • Rio Rancho, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN is responsible for using the nursing process to provide direct patient care to an assigned group during a shift and for prioritizing care efficiently within a standards-based framework. The position is full time, with a 1.00 FTE and 10-hour day shifts, at 2400 Unser Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

The role includes clinical oversight and delegation of care assignments, coordination with patients, families, physicians, other disciplines, and community resources, and support for patients' understanding of their rights, advance directives, and informed consent. The nurse assesses and directs patient and family teaching, maintains current knowledge of nursing research and practice standards, and uses the equipment required for the role. The posting also describes home health responsibilities, including on-call triage and visits, education on common diagnoses, and supervision of home health aides under Medicare and Medicaid rules.

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system. The employer describes opportunities for educational and career development, staff safety resources, and a wellness program. Compensation is listed at $39.69 to $58.17; the posting notes that compensation depends on factors including experience, training, internal equity, and organizational needs.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited academic nursing program; minimum ADN preparation.
• New Mexico or Compact State nursing license.
• BLS certification from AHA, ASHI, or Red Cross is required for all RN roles.
• Maintain proficiency in the use of equipment used in the practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to an assigned group using the nursing process and prioritize care efficiently.
• Oversee the delivery of patient care and direct or delegate assignments based on patient acuity and staff capability.
• Maintain clinical competence, evaluate outcomes, consult specialists as needed, and adjust nursing care processes.
• Coordinate care in collaboration with patients, families, physicians, other disciplines, and community resources or programs.
• Support patients and families, and ensure patients understand their rights and responsibilities, advance directives, and informed consent.
• Assess and direct patient and family teaching needs; use return demonstration and teaching aids in the home setting.
• Maintain knowledge of current nursing research, practice standards, guidelines, protocols, and hospital policies and programs.
• Maintain proficiency in the use of equipment required for the practice.
• Communicate effectively and assist nursing team members and other disciplines; participate in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Perform on-call duties, including triaging patients by phone and visiting when needed.
• Direct educational needs concerning the listed common diagnoses and care topics, including diabetes, wounds and post-surgical care, arthritis, newborns, Coumadin dependency, nutrition, medication instruction, pain and symptom control, and hospice care.
• Supervise home health aides in compliance with Medicare and Medicaid rules and regulations.
• Perform other functions as required.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Staff Safety wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern.
• Shift differentials for night and weekend shifts, and differentials for higher education, certifications, and eligible lead roles.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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