New Grad RN

Offering up to a $15000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible Full Time New Graduate Registered Nurse candidates!

Why Eastern New Mexico Medical Center
Eastern New Mexico Medical Center is proud to invest in the next generation of nurses. Our New Graduate Nurse Program offers comprehensive training personalized mentorship and a supportive learning environment where you can safely build your clinical skills and professional identity. You will be surrounded by a team that values growth curiosity and compassionate care making ENMMC the perfect place to start a meaningful and successful nursing career.

We offer you a generous benefits package including:
Up to $20000 Student Loan Repayment for FT RNs
100% licensure/certification reimbursement
Medical Dental Vision Disability and Life Insurance
401K
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Paid Holidays

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.
• Critical Care RN:
  • Administers medications and other treatments as prescribed including intravenous medications and therapies.
  • Manages complex medical equipment including ventilators monitoring devices and other life-support systems.
  • Performs procedures such as inserting central lines managing tracheostomies and providing advanced cardiac life support.
• 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.
• OR Services RN:
  • Provides comprehensive care to patients before during and after surgery including assessments planning and evaluation of nursing care.
  • Scrubs in for surgeries assisting the surgical team with instruments and supplies and ensuring a sterile environment.
  • Monitors patient vital signs administers medications and observes for changes in patient condition.
• Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN:
  • Educates patients about pregnancy provides prenatal screenings and prepares patients for labor and delivery.
  • Assesses and monitors the new mothers physical recovery including vital signs postpartum hemorrhage and potential complications like postpartum depression.
  • Assists with epidurals and other pain management techniques during labor.
  • Administers pain medication induces labor and manages other medication needs during labor and delivery.
  • Assists during labor and delivery monitors fetal well-being administers medications and provides pain relief. Monitors mothers and newborns after delivery assessing their well-being and providing education on postpartum care and breastfeeding.
  • Assesses and monitors newborn health taking vital signs performing routine assessments and educating parents on newborn care.
  • Assists with gynecological exams and procedures and provides education on reproductive health contraception and prenatal care.
  • Educates patients about family planning fertility pregnancy childbirth and postpartum care.
  • Interprets fetal heart rate patterns and assesses fetal well-being using electronic fetal monitoring.
• PACU RN:
  • Assesses the patients level of consciousness and responsiveness as they wake up from anesthesia.
  • Evaluates pain levels and administers pain medications as prescribed.
  • Observes any side effects of anesthesia such as nausea vomiting shivering or muscle aches.
  • Monitors for and respond to any post-operative complications.
  • Administers medications including pain relievers and other post-operative medications as prescribed.
  • Regulates intravenous (IV) fluids and monitor fluid balance.
  • Checks and changes dressings on surgical wounds.
  • Ensures a clear airway and provide oxygen support as needed.
  • Educates patients and families about post-surgery care potential complications and discharge instructions.

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.

At Eastern New Mexico Medical Center (ENMMC) we focus on cultivating an environment that inspires growth empowering leadership and encourages health and well-being not just in the communities we serve but also in the careers of those who make an impact in the lives of many. We know that understanding and addressing the wants needs and expectations of our patients is critical to our success. And we recognize that the compassion and collaboration of our staff physicians and volunteers are key to our continued success and are the core of our mission. We strive to create an environment of teamwork and engagement where employees work together on continuous quality improvement with a focus on patient safety. We are looking for individuals who share this commitment and understanding. As a future employee your personal growth and development is paramount at ENMMC. Come join us in making a difference!

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