Registered Nurse Job Roswell area,New Mexico USA,Nursing

Position: Registered Nurse Job Description

Provide professional nursing care and patient services across various inpatient and outpatient healthcare settings
Promote health, prevent disease, and assist patients, families, and communities in managing illnesses and health conditions
Act as a patient advocate and health educator throughout the care continuum
Ensure adherence to hospital policies, nursing procedures, standards, and best practices
Deliver safe, patient-centered care that improves patient outcomes and quality of life
Support physicians and healthcare teams in treatment planning, examinations, and patient recovery
Maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation of patient information and medical records

Responsibilities

Assess and monitor patients by observing, recording, and reporting symptoms, reactions, and progress
Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and therapies according to care plans
Perform patient intake including obtaining measurements, vital signs, and health histories
Monitor patient vital signs regularly throughout shifts and document changes
Prepare equipment and assist physicians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
Apply sterile dressings, perform phlebotomy, and conduct wound and skin care
Draw intravenous and peripheral blood for laboratory testing
Administer and monitor IV medications and fluids
Evaluate new and existing patients to determine priority and suitability of treatment
Create and implement individualized care plans for assigned patients
Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and care plans
Communicate patient updates and care information to physicians and healthcare staff
Chart patient information and work with electronic health record software
Maintain accurate and confidential patient records and documentation
Manage patient pain and provide emotional support to patients and families
Oversee and guide the work of other nursing and support staff as needed
Perform specialized nursing procedures related to specific patient populations or departments

Required

Skills & Qualifications

Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program (Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or current RN licensure from a state participating in the multistate privilege to practice compact with New Mexico, or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure
Eligibility to take or successful completion of the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)
CPR Certification (must be obtained within 2 weeks of date of hire)
Knowledge of nursing theory, practice, and clinical operations
Knowledge of patient evaluation and triage procedures
Understanding of appropriate procedures and standards for medication administration and patient care
Ability to draw intravenous and peripheral blood
Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records and documentation
Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care programs
Strong communication skills to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams
Empathy and ability to provide emotional support to patients from diverse backgrounds
Multitasking and time management skills to manage multiple patients in fast-paced environments
Ability to handle average-weight objects up to 25 pounds and stand/walk for more than four hours per day
Compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement (for positions in patient care or clinical areas)
Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check

Preferred

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree for increased leadership and advancement opportunities
One to two years of critical care or bedside nursing experience
IV Certification (may be required within 6 months of hire depending on department needs)
Specialty certification in areas such as pediatrics, critical care, perioperative nursing, or medical-surgical nursing
Experience in specific specialty areas such as emergency room, intensive care, operating room, or pediatrics
Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements and standards
Ability to make…