Registered Nurse - PACU Recovery Room II
Company: University of New Mexico - Hospitals
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join
our team in the PACU Recovery Room at the University of New Mexico
Hospitals. This is a per diem position, requiring a commitment of
four shifts per schedule, including two weekend shifts and one
summer and one winter holiday.Responsibilities:
- Provide direct nursing care to assigned patients, working
within the nursing process to ensure safe and effective care.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to implement and document
individualized care plans, incorporating age-specific
considerations.
- Participate in orientation and precepting of new personnel,
assuming precepting and evaluation responsibilities upon successful
completion of preceptor training.
- Assist with special tests and procedures, ensuring proper
consent has been obtained.
- Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for
patients and families, adhering to hospital standards.
- Enhance professional growth and development through
participation in educational programs, reading current literature,
and attending in-services, meetings, and workshops.
- Foster a patient-centered approach, promoting the core
expectations of the Patient-Centered Medical Home or
Patient-Centered Specialty Practice.Qualifications:
- Essential:
- Program Graduate
- Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate
- CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuer within
30 days
- RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM
- Nonessential:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Nationally Certified in area of specialty
- PALS
- TNCC and/or ENPCWorking Conditions:This position involves heavy
work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25-50
pounds of force frequently, and/or 10-20 pounds of force constantly
to move objects or people. The role requires working in a
fast-paced environment, with potential exposure to chemicals and
bio-hazardous materials.
Keywords: University of New Mexico - Hospitals, Albuquerque , Registered Nurse - PACU Recovery Room II, Healthcare , Albuquerque, New Mexico
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