Laredo Medical Center is hiring: RN ER in Hagerman

Overview

Laredo Medical Center is currently hiring RN FT Days for the ER department. This role involves providing patient-centered care in the emergency department, coordinating with physicians and the health care team to ensure high-quality care and positive patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings; reports changes in condition to the care team.
• Provides age-appropriate care and education based on knowledge of human growth and development.
• 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 needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions (e.g., CPR and code team activities) as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to safety goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards and regulatory requirements.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

Specialized Nursing Roles

• Critical Care RN: administers medications, manages complex equipment, and performs procedures within competency.
• Emergency Services RN: rapid assessment/triage, performs emergency procedures, stabilizes patients.
• OR Services RN: pre-, during, and post-surgery nursing care; assists with sterile technique and instrumentation.
• Cardiac Surgery RN: monitors patients post-surgery, manages chest tubes, wound care, and advanced life support equipment.
• Endoscopy RN: pre- and post-procedure care; assists during procedures and patient education.
• Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN: prenatal and labor/delivery care, newborn assessment and education.
• Oncology RN: administers chemotherapy, manages side effects, provides patient and family support.
• Orthopedics RN: perioperative and postoperative care for musculoskeletal conditions; pain management and patient education.
• PACU RN: post-anesthesia care, monitors recovery, manages pain and vitals.
• NICU RN: neonatal patient monitoring, respiratory support, nutrition management, and equipment operation.
• Telemetry RN: monitors cardiac patients; analyzes telemetry data and responds to emergencies.
• Dialysis RN: operates dialysis machines; monitors patients; educates about treatment plans.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in clinical nursing or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting (required).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN – Registered Nurse, state licensure or compact license.
• BCLS – Basic Life Support required.
• ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
• PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
• NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.
• Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.

Job Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
• Job function: Health Care Provider

Notes: This description consolidates the core responsibilities and qualifications for an ER RN role at Laredo Medical Center and omits extraneous site-specific prompts and unrelated postings.