Carlsbad Medical Center is hiring: RN ICU in Mentone

Carlsbad Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for its Intensive Care Unit. The ICU RN will play a crucial role in caring for patients with complex, life-threatening conditions, providing continuous monitoring, advanced interventions, and unwavering support to patients and their families.

The ideal candidate will have 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting. Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices is required, as well as the ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

What We Offer

We offer a generous benefits package, including up to $20,000 Student Loan Repayment for FT RNs, 100% licensure/certification reimbursement, Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off, Education Assistance, and Paid Holidays.

We are also offering a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for eligible Full Time, Registered Nurse candidates.

Carlsbad Medical Center is a 115-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care, and we believe in the power of people to create great care. We are more than 150 healthcare professionals strong and are a Joint Commission-accredited facility.

Carlsbad, New Mexico, offers small-town charm with unique attractions and access to world-famous Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Here, you can enjoy the beauty of the desert, nearby rivers and lakes, and year-round sunshine-making it a wonderful place to live, work, and explore.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Carlsbad Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.