Registered Nurse / RN PACU

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We invite you to become a part of our team as a full-time, day shift Recovery Room (PACU) Registered Nurse located in Roswell, NM.

Why Choose Us?

Flourish in a People-Centric Atmosphere and Enhance Healthcare

• Flourish: We provide our staff with opportunities for career advancement, educational assistance, and resources aimed at promoting your health, learning, and financial stability.
• People-Centric: Your well-being is our priority, featuring paid time off, extensive health benefits, and a nurturing, inclusive environment where you are appreciated and supported.
• Enhance Healthcare: We leverage cutting-edge technology to empower our team and improve patient care.

Meet Your Team

• Lovelace Regional Hospital offers 24/7 emergency services, intensive care, rehabilitation for both inpatients and outpatients, as well as surgical and birthing services for Roswell and its neighboring areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for the practice of Professional Nursing, which includes overseeing patient care and managing staff assigned to the RN.
• May take on the responsibilities of Charge Nurse, ensuring accountability for professional nursing practices.
• Complies with policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain patient safety and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

Essential Job Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree or Nursing Diploma.
• Current NM Nursing license or NM compact license (to be obtained within 90 days of hire).
• BLS certification must be secured within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role, prior to engaging in direct patient care.
• The hiring department may also require ACLS and/or PALS certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Two (2) years of experience in a specialized area.
• Two (2) years of general nursing experience.