A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
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Public Health Department (PHD) is the cornerstone for "Safety Net Services" for our communities in NM. This is especially essential in our rural counties. PHD supplies our citizens with family planning, STT testing and treatment, TB treatment, MOUD services, Breast and Cervical cancer screening and treatment, Immunizations for children and some adults along with many other services. Our clients in public health are uninsured or undocumented and would not receive any other health care without our Public Health Division. Why does the job exist? The purpose of the Senior Registered Nurse role is to provide comprehensive nursing care, and counsel and teach special care techniques. Employees are directly involved in the development and implementation of one or more programs, conduct surveys and studies, provide highly specialized nursing care to patients, provide emergency care and ensures that patients¿ health care needs are met. This position is actively involved in the community and participates in community outreach activities, to include Emergency Preparedness exercises. Incumbent is required to function proficiently in all various Public Health program areas. How does it get done? Advises clients on health maintenance, disease prevention and provides case management as needed in the areas of Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, and Sexually Transmitted Disease Program per protocols. In the area of infant, child, adolescent and adult health, provides health promotion and disease prevention through the promotion of Immunization Program utilizing
NMSIIS/BEHR
to maintain accurate immunization records. Assists when needed in TB treatments and outreach activities per program protocols. Maintains client records and chart audits per BEHR protocol. Stays current in changes to protocols, with strict adherence. Collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners and nurses on plan of care and provides quality care to all clients. Stays current in changes to protocols, adhering to protocols and regulatory service requirements such as CLIA. Maintains current RN licensure and CPR certifications in the state of New Mexico. Will perform Community outreach and promote public health programs. Actively assesses community health issues and participates in support and/or improvement projects related to community health and prevention. Participates in planning, organizing, and implementing community health promotion. Seeks and implements new strategies of public health to ensure community identified service needs are provided. Provides community education/training as assigned. Participates in outreach projects such as health fairs, flu clinics, and home visits. Provides monthly reports to supervisor related to community needs and client satisfaction. Will demonstrate Adherence to
Quality Assurance and Improvement Processes:
Role models leadership skills; maintains Client Confidentiality; and assesses client satisfaction by survey review. Coordinates with State Pharmacy staff on all pharmacy-related issues to ensure adequate levels of pharmacy inventory, climate control, recalls, etc. The Senior Registered nurse actively works to maintain the standards of the DOH Code of Conduct. Documents in BEHR with professional expertise. Maintains case management/clinical record systems in accordance with Clinical Records Protocols and HIPAA Policy and Procedures at all times and meets training requirements for training and maintenance of Who are the customers? Curry County and outlying areas encompassing the under-served and uninsured community members such as children, teens and adults in various life stages. This position is accountable to the PHD, program staff and community partners. Ideal Candidate Curry County and outlying areas encompassing the under-served and uninsured community members such as children, teens and adults in various life stages. This position is accountable to the PHD, program staff and community partners. Minimum Qualification Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico and three (3) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Working Conditions Office setting, exposure to visual/video display terminal (VDT) and extensive personal and telephone usage with extended periods of sitting. Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Must be able to perform in outreach settings. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information:
Debra Ulibarri (575) 763-5583 Ext. 29005 Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
