RN - Emergency Department

Location Address:1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $39.69 Maximum Offer $58.17

Summary:

Job Description Summary Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a skilled Emergency Room (ER) Nurse to provide direct patient care and who can act quickly to treat patients suffering from medical emergencies.

We welcome applications from both new graduates and experienced RNs! New graduates have the opportunity to participate in our mandatory residency program, which includes monthly seminars led by the Nurse Residency Team, peer-to-peer debriefing sessions, support groups/mentoring, and rounding. The Nurse Residency Program is an added benefit designed to support your transition into practice.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• 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

Type of Opportunity: PRN FTE: 0.00 Job Exempt:
No

Work Shift:

Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)
Responsibilities:

Emergency Department (ED) nurses play a vital role in providing rapid, high-quality care in critical situations. Here are the core responsibilities you can expect in this role:

Triage and assessment

Quickly evaluate incoming patients to determine severity of illness or injury and prioritize care accordingly.

Monitor vital signs and patient status

Regularly check and record vitals (blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature) and monitor any changes to detect early signs of deterioration.

Stabilization and emergency interventions

Provide immediate treatments such as intravenous (IV) access, airway support (e.g., intubation, tracheotomy), immobilization of fractures, suturing, or hemorrhage control.

Medication administration and treatments

Administer medications—including IVs, blood products, or prescribed therapies—ensuring correct dosing and timely delivery per physician orders.

Diagnostic testing and interpretation

Perform or assist with lab draws, imaging, and other diagnostic procedures; gather and interpret results to inform care decisions.

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Work alongside physicians, paramedics, techs, and other specialists to develop care plans, refer patients, and facilitate transfers or admissions.

Documentation and charting

Accurately document patient histories, interventions, responses, vital signs, and discharge instructions—maintaining compliance with legal and hospital standards.

Patient and family communication

Provide clear information, emotional support, and education while maintaining professionalism and empathy.

Infection control and department upkeep

Maintain hygiene standards, properly clean and restock equipment, and ensure a safe environment to minimize infection risks.

Discharge planning and referrals

Assist in arranging home care, rehabilitation services, specialist follow-ups, or admissions to psychiatric units as needed.

Qualifications:

Associate Degree in Nursing State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire ACLS & PALS required

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