MountainView Regional Medical Center
MedSurg RN - Nights
MountainView Regional Medical Center, Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States, 88005
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MedSurg RN - Nights
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MountainView Regional Medical Center
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role coordinates and delivers high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Essential Functions
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.
Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
Critical Care RN:
Administers medications and other treatments as prescribed, including intravenous medications and therapies.
Manages complex medical equipment, including ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems.
Performs procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.
Emergency Services RN:
Rapid assessment and triage to prioritize care based on condition.
Conducts emergency procedures such as intubation, wound care, and suturing.
Implements interventions to stabilize patients, including administering medications, starting IV lines, and providing respiratory support.
OR Services RN:
Provides comprehensive intraoperative and postoperative care, including assessments, planning, and evaluation.
Scrubs in for surgeries, assists the surgical team with instruments and supplies, and maintains a sterile environment.
Monitors patient vital signs, administers medications, and observes changes in condition.
Cardiac Surgery RN:
Continuously assesses patients, including vital signs, hemodynamic parameters, and ECG readings.
Administers medications and IV drips, adjusting dosages based on patient condition.
Proficient in operating and maintaining advanced life support equipment like ventilators, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and ECMO.
Monitors recovery after cardiac surgeries, manages chest tubes, pacing wires, and wound care.
Endoscopy RN:
Assesses patient needs, reviews medical history, explains procedures, obtains consent, and prepares the patient for procedures.
Monitors vitals, administers medications, and assists the physician during procedures.
Provides post-procedure care and education on aftercare instructions.
Ensures endoscopy room readiness, instrument sterilization, and equipment function.
Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN:
Educates patients about pregnancy, provides prenatal screenings, and prepares patients for labor and delivery.
Monitors physical recovery, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications; assists with epidurals and pain management.
Administers medications, induces labor, and manages care during labor and delivery.
Monitors fetal well-being, manages newborn care, and provides postpartum education on care and breastfeeding.
Assists with gynecological exams and procedures and provides education on reproductive health and prenatal care.
Interprets fetal heart rate patterns and assesses fetal well-being with electronic fetal monitoring.
Oncology RN:
Administers chemotherapy, manages side effects, monitors vitals, and manages pain.
Explains treatments and provides information and support to patients and families.
Orthopedics RN:
Provides specialized care for musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and diseases; pre- and post-operative care.
Conducts peripheral/vascular assessments, manages immobilization devices, and provides pain management and education.
PACU RN:
Assesses waking patients from anesthesia, evaluates pain, monitors for postoperative complications, and educates for discharge.
Regulates IV fluids, changes dressings, maintains airway and oxygen support as needed.
NICU RN:
Continuously monitors vitals and provides respiratory support and nutrition management.
Performs basic care tasks and assists with IVs and medications; operates NICU equipment.
Telemetry RN:
Uses telemetry to track heart rhythms and vital signs, analyzes data, and reports findings to physicians.
Provides direct patient care, including medications and wound care, with a focus on cardiac health.
Recognizes emergencies and implements interventions as needed.
Dialysis RN:
Sets up and operates dialysis machines, monitors patients before, during, and after treatment.
Monitors vitals, educates patients and families about kidney disease and dialysis, and maintains equipment.
Cath Lab RN:
Pre-Procedure: prepares patient and starts IV lines; administers medications; verifies consents.
During the Procedure: assists cardiologist, monitors vital signs and equipment, manages complications.
Post-Procedure: continues monitoring and administers post-procedure medications.
Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role 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 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 and/or Compact State Licensure required
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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MedSurg RN - Nights
role at
MountainView Regional Medical Center
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role coordinates and delivers high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Essential Functions
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.
Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
Critical Care RN:
Administers medications and other treatments as prescribed, including intravenous medications and therapies.
Manages complex medical equipment, including ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems.
Performs procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.
Emergency Services RN:
Rapid assessment and triage to prioritize care based on condition.
Conducts emergency procedures such as intubation, wound care, and suturing.
Implements interventions to stabilize patients, including administering medications, starting IV lines, and providing respiratory support.
OR Services RN:
Provides comprehensive intraoperative and postoperative care, including assessments, planning, and evaluation.
Scrubs in for surgeries, assists the surgical team with instruments and supplies, and maintains a sterile environment.
Monitors patient vital signs, administers medications, and observes changes in condition.
Cardiac Surgery RN:
Continuously assesses patients, including vital signs, hemodynamic parameters, and ECG readings.
Administers medications and IV drips, adjusting dosages based on patient condition.
Proficient in operating and maintaining advanced life support equipment like ventilators, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and ECMO.
Monitors recovery after cardiac surgeries, manages chest tubes, pacing wires, and wound care.
Endoscopy RN:
Assesses patient needs, reviews medical history, explains procedures, obtains consent, and prepares the patient for procedures.
Monitors vitals, administers medications, and assists the physician during procedures.
Provides post-procedure care and education on aftercare instructions.
Ensures endoscopy room readiness, instrument sterilization, and equipment function.
Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN:
Educates patients about pregnancy, provides prenatal screenings, and prepares patients for labor and delivery.
Monitors physical recovery, postpartum hemorrhage, and potential complications; assists with epidurals and pain management.
Administers medications, induces labor, and manages care during labor and delivery.
Monitors fetal well-being, manages newborn care, and provides postpartum education on care and breastfeeding.
Assists with gynecological exams and procedures and provides education on reproductive health and prenatal care.
Interprets fetal heart rate patterns and assesses fetal well-being with electronic fetal monitoring.
Oncology RN:
Administers chemotherapy, manages side effects, monitors vitals, and manages pain.
Explains treatments and provides information and support to patients and families.
Orthopedics RN:
Provides specialized care for musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and diseases; pre- and post-operative care.
Conducts peripheral/vascular assessments, manages immobilization devices, and provides pain management and education.
PACU RN:
Assesses waking patients from anesthesia, evaluates pain, monitors for postoperative complications, and educates for discharge.
Regulates IV fluids, changes dressings, maintains airway and oxygen support as needed.
NICU RN:
Continuously monitors vitals and provides respiratory support and nutrition management.
Performs basic care tasks and assists with IVs and medications; operates NICU equipment.
Telemetry RN:
Uses telemetry to track heart rhythms and vital signs, analyzes data, and reports findings to physicians.
Provides direct patient care, including medications and wound care, with a focus on cardiac health.
Recognizes emergencies and implements interventions as needed.
Dialysis RN:
Sets up and operates dialysis machines, monitors patients before, during, and after treatment.
Monitors vitals, educates patients and families about kidney disease and dialysis, and maintains equipment.
Cath Lab RN:
Pre-Procedure: prepares patient and starts IV lines; administers medications; verifies consents.
During the Procedure: assists cardiologist, monitors vital signs and equipment, manages complications.
Post-Procedure: continues monitoring and administers post-procedure medications.
Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role 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 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 and/or Compact State Licensure required
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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