RN - PASS

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • Española, NM

1d • $40 - $58 • Onsite

About The Position

The PASS RN in the Espanola Hospital Surgical Services Department assesses patients scheduled for surgical procedures to determine whether they are appropriate candidates and to help ensure they are medically optimized, educated, and prepared for anesthesia and surgery. The role promotes perioperative risk reduction and prevention of complications. It includes comprehensive pre-anesthesia screening through telephone interviews and chart reviews, coordination of testing and consultations, and collaboration with anesthesia providers, surgeons, primary care providers, and other healthcare team members.

The RN also uses the nursing process to provide direct care to assigned patients during a shift, prioritizing care and resources within a standards-based framework. The role includes documenting assessments and care, administering prescribed medications and treatments, coordinating care with patients, families, and the healthcare team, supporting patient education and discharge needs, and responding competently to emergencies. The position may involve floating within the department cluster, assisting with orientation, clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed personnel, and assuming leadership duties such as relief charge nurse when required.

This is a full-time, 1.00 FTE, non-exempt position working day shifts. The role is located at 1010 Spruce Street, Espanola, New Mexico. The listed pay range is $39.69 to $58.17, with a Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour that may be adjusted or discontinued. Enhanced sign-on bonus and relocation assistance 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous PASS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete preoperative nursing assessments to identify patient-specific medical conditions, anesthesia-related risks, and potential risks associated with surgery.
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, primary care providers, and other healthcare team members to prepare patients for surgical procedures.
• Conduct comprehensive pre-anesthesia screening through telephone interviews and chart reviews.
• Document medical, surgical, and social history, allergies, and current medications.
• Assess functional capacity and identify concerns that require further evaluation.
• Coordinate preoperative testing and consultations according to anesthesia protocols.
• Identify medications requiring special consideration before surgery and instruct patients on appropriate management according to facility protocols.
• Provide direct patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting individual patient needs, actions taken, and patient responses.
• Coordinate patient care with patients and families in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Perform assessments and document them using appropriate databases and assessment flow sheets.
• Initiate, use, and document appropriate protocols and standards of care.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician or standard protocols and document according to policy.
• Identify and meet patient and family learning and discharge needs throughout the episode of care.
• Evaluate patient progress toward outcomes and document according to unit standards.
• Perform competently in emergency situations.
• Delegate or assign aspects of patient care to healthcare team members based on their validated competencies.
• Provide leadership through communication about and validation of patient care.
• Assist with procedures, treatments, and surgical techniques, or delegate or assign them appropriately.
• Complete patient population-, age-, procedure-, and protocol-specific education and competency testing.
• Demonstrate competency in required psychomotor skills.
• Assist with orienting new staff or students and serve as a resource and professional role model.
• Maintain current nursing responsibilities and clinical standards of care.
• Provide clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed personnel.
• Incorporate the PHS mission into caregiving activities and support shared governance and models of care delivery.
• Meet requirements of the PRN connection agreement.
• Flexibly meet patient care needs in other departments by floating within the cluster.
• Assume other leadership roles, such as relief charge nurse, as required by the department.
• Participate in unit or department governance and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain professional dress, display an ID badge, document continuing education, maintain positive working relationships, and keep punctual and reliable attendance.
• Complete mandatory in-services, competencies, and licensure requirements on time, and follow safety and equipment policies.
• 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.
• 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 access to free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.
• Enhanced sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

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