RN ER

Job Description

Offering up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full time, registered nurse candidates! Nights

Why Eastern New Mexico Medical Center?

At Eastern New Mexico Medical Center, our emergency department is the frontline of care where clinical expertise, rapid decision-making, and compassion come together to make a life-saving difference. As an ER registered nurse, you'll be at the center of action, assessing, stabilizing, and treating patients with urgent and often critical conditions. You'll collaborate with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of physicians and healthcare professionals, responding quickly to emergencies while providing reassurance and support to patients and families during some of their most vulnerable moments. If you're looking for a role that challenges you to think fast, act decisively, and grow professionally, the emergency department at ENMMC is the place to be. Take advantage of our specialized emergency nursing training, ongoing mentorship, and professional development programs and be part of a team that truly makes an impact when every second counts.

We offer you a generous benefits package including: up to $20,000 student loan repayment for FT RNs 100% licensure/certification reimbursement medical, dental, disability, and life insurance 401K paid time off education assistance paid holidays

Position details: 12 hour shifts every other weekend no on call night & weekend shift differential patient rations 1:4-5

Eastern New Mexico Medical Center Eastern New Mexico Medical Center is your community healthcare provider: a 162-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We are more than 150 healthcare professionals strong and are a Joint Commission-accredited facility. Roswell, New Mexico, offers small-town charm with a famously "out of this world" attitude. Here, you can choose to live near mountains, lakes, rivers, or the desert. Southeastern New Mexico is full of undiscovered wonders of the Land of Enchantment.

Job summary the registered nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering 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.
• Emergency services RN:
• Rapid assessment and triage: evaluate patients' conditions quickly to determine the severity of their injuries or illnesses and prioritize care accordingly.
• 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.

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.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

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