RN-Inpatient-Emergency Department-PEH

Emergency Room Nurse

Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian Espanola 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.

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:
Full time

FTE: 0.90

Job Exempt:
No

Work Shift:

Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

• 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