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Artesia General Hospital
RN Med/Surg FT- 1859
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What they do
A Medical Surgery Registered Nurse cares for adult patients in a clinical setting within a surgery. Works on the surgical floor of a hospital, with supervision from a Surgeon as part of a surgery nursing team. Coordinates care for patients with a range of different medical issues.
$85,965 / year median in New Mexico
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location:
Artesia, NM 88210Position Type:
Full TimeEducation Level:
Associates DegreeSalary Range:
$33.58- $55.
HourlyJob Shift:
AnyJob Category:
NursingESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Utilize the nursing process by demonstrating appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's care, as evidenced by client/staff observation. Teach patient/significant other appropriate health information in a timely manner and share written informational material. Perform direct patient care, utilizing established procedures, policies, and standards. Assist patients, family members or other clients with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner. Assist in the orientation/training of new employees. Assist other staff in the performance of their assignments. Recognize the need for variations in staffing and volunteer to fill open shifts. Take direction and initiate actions (cross/additional training) that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care. Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
As assigned.KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES
Basic computer. Knowledgeable regarding the nursing process and its application, including the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES
Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.Information Management:
Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety:
Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Associate Degree or Diploma required. Work Experience
- One-year relevant experience, graduates accepted based upon position availability. Training
- N/A License
- Current New Mexico License required or RN License with Multistate Compact privileges. Certification
- BLS required.