RN - Surgical Specialty Unit

Presbyterian System Services • Rio Rancho, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Specialty Unit is hiring an RN for their 16-bed surgical Progressive Care Unit. This unit manages post-operative surgical adult patients who require post-operative care. Our specialty services include general, urology, gynecology, gynecology/oncology, GI, podiatry, and ENT, just to name a few. Our unit features large private rooms each with standard lift equipment and bedside computers that allow physicians and nurses instant access to medical records at bedside. Collaboration, teamwork and attentiveness to the needs of each patient are key components to the excellent care provided to our patient populations at Rust Medical Center. We are growing quickly and care deeply about the development of our team, both professionally and personally, and was named one of the top five general acute care hospitals. We value optimism, compassion, teamwork, and above all, we are united by our shared commitment to putting patients first.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Manages post-operative surgical adult patients who require post-operative care.
• Provides care in a 16-bed surgical Progressive Care Unit.
• Collaborates with team members and is attentive to patient needs.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree