University of New Mexico - Hospitals
RN - INPATIENT at University of New Mexico - Hospitals Placitas, NM
University of New Mexico - Hospitals, Placitas, New Mexico, United States, 87043
Job Description
Sign-On Bonus Available & Relocation Assistance Available
Additional $6.00/hr. Safety Incentive Pay
Cell phone and/or smart devices are not allowed on persons for this position at MDC, unless there is a documented medical condition.
Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials
Minimum Offer $34.84/hr.
Maximum Offer $47.33/hr.
Compensation Disclaimer: Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.
Department: MDC - Medical
FTE: 0.90
Full Time
Shift: Rotating
Position Summary: Work within the nursing process to provide direct nursing care to assigned patients. Provide clinical leadership for other staff and assume relief charge duties when designated. Serve as a role model to promote a positive work environment and quality patient care. Ensures adherence to Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures. Patient care assignment may include = Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.
Detailed responsibilities:
Patient Care – Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients as required
Policies – Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies
Care Plan – Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
Tests and Procedures – Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained
Participation – Participate in orientation; upon successful completion of preceptor training assume precepting and evaluation responsibilities of new personnel
Emergency Measures – Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
Medical Records – Ensure that patient medical records contain necessary information
Inquiries – Answer telephones and triage calls as per departmental policy
Medication – Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
Environment – Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards
Development – Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in‑services, meetings and workshops
Patient Safety 1 – Follow patient safety‑related policies, procedures and protocols
Patient Safety 2 – Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
Patient Safety 3 – Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
Patient Safety 4 – Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
Patient Safety 5 – Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don’t understand or may "not seem right"
Qualifications Education:
Essential: Program Graduate. Nonessential: Bachelor's Degree. Essential (specialization): Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate. Nonessential (specialization): Nursing.
Experience:
Essential: No minimum experience required. Nonessential: Bilingual English/Spanish.
Credentials:
Essential: CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days; RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM. Nonessential: Nationally Certified in area of specialty.
Physical Conditions:
Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Working conditions:
Essential: Significant Hazard – Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials require PPE; Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required; Significant Hazard – Physical risk/injuries due to combative patients; Sub to work in close proximity to incarcerated individuals; Must obtain and maintain MDC security clearance as required condition of employment.
Department: Registered Nurse
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Additional $6.00/hr. Safety Incentive Pay
Cell phone and/or smart devices are not allowed on persons for this position at MDC, unless there is a documented medical condition.
Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials
Minimum Offer $34.84/hr.
Maximum Offer $47.33/hr.
Compensation Disclaimer: Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.
Department: MDC - Medical
FTE: 0.90
Full Time
Shift: Rotating
Position Summary: Work within the nursing process to provide direct nursing care to assigned patients. Provide clinical leadership for other staff and assume relief charge duties when designated. Serve as a role model to promote a positive work environment and quality patient care. Ensures adherence to Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures. Patient care assignment may include = Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.
Detailed responsibilities:
Patient Care – Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients as required
Policies – Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies
Care Plan – Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
Tests and Procedures – Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained
Participation – Participate in orientation; upon successful completion of preceptor training assume precepting and evaluation responsibilities of new personnel
Emergency Measures – Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
Medical Records – Ensure that patient medical records contain necessary information
Inquiries – Answer telephones and triage calls as per departmental policy
Medication – Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings
Environment – Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards
Development – Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in‑services, meetings and workshops
Patient Safety 1 – Follow patient safety‑related policies, procedures and protocols
Patient Safety 2 – Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
Patient Safety 3 – Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
Patient Safety 4 – Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
Patient Safety 5 – Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don’t understand or may "not seem right"
Qualifications Education:
Essential: Program Graduate. Nonessential: Bachelor's Degree. Essential (specialization): Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate. Nonessential (specialization): Nursing.
Experience:
Essential: No minimum experience required. Nonessential: Bilingual English/Spanish.
Credentials:
Essential: CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days; RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM. Nonessential: Nationally Certified in area of specialty.
Physical Conditions:
Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Working conditions:
Essential: Significant Hazard – Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials require PPE; Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required; Significant Hazard – Physical risk/injuries due to combative patients; Sub to work in close proximity to incarcerated individuals; Must obtain and maintain MDC security clearance as required condition of employment.
Department: Registered Nurse
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