Registered Nurse, MedSurg (RN)
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Job Location:
Las Cruces, NM - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Role: Registered Nurse Med/Surg (RN)
Location: Las Cruces NM
Position: Full Time Benefits
Must Have:
-NM RN License.
-Associates degree in Nursing.
-BLS certification is required.
-ACLS PALS and TNCC are required within six months of hire.
Nice to Have:
-1 year of Med Surg experience.
Responsibilities:
1. Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments (physical emotional and mental)
- Monitor vital signs and recognize changes in patient condition
- Assess pain levels and manage accordingly
- Identify complications early and report to physicians
2. Medication Administration
- Administer medications (oral IV injections) safely and accurately
- Monitor for side effects and adverse reactions
- Educate patients about medications and treatments
3. Patient Care & Treatment
- Provide wound care dressing changes and post-operative care
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing and mobility
- Manage IV lines catheters drains and feeding tubes
- Prepare patients for surgeries and procedures
4. Documentation & Charting
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records
- Document assessments interventions and outcomes
- Use electronic health record (EHR) systems
5. Collaboration with Healthcare Team
- Work closely with physicians therapists and other nurses
- Participate in care planning and patient rounds
- Coordinate discharge planning and follow-up care
6. Patient & Family Education
- Educate patients on disease processes and recovery
- Provide discharge instructions and home care guidance
- Promote health and wellness practices
7. Emergency Response
- Recognize and respond to emergencies (e.g. cardiac arrest respiratory distress)
- Perform basic life support (BLS) or advanced interventions if trained
8. Safety & Compliance
- Follow infection control protocols
- Ensure patient safety and prevent falls or complications
- Adhere to hospital policies standards and ethical guidelines
Key Skills Required
- Strong clinical and critical thinking skills
- Time management and multitasking
- Compassion and patient-centered care
- Effective communication and teamwork
