Pediatric Registered Nurse - McIntosh, United States - University of New Mexico

    University of New Mexico
    University of New Mexico McIntosh, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Description

    Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Reimbursement available

    We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Registered Nurse to join our team. As a Pediatric Registered Nurse, you will provide safe, direct patient care utilizing the nursing process in the ambulatory setting. In addition, you will provide clinical leadership and mentorship to staff and assume relief charge duties when designated.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assess patient's condition and nursing needs
    • Set goals and utilize appropriate nursing actions to achieve goals
    • Provide and document nursing care
    • Ensure that physician's orders are carried out
    • Administer medications and perform routine treatments
    • Assist physician with special tests, procedures and complex treatments
    • Provide education for patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues, and the use of prescriptive medical treatment
    • Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
    • Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

    Qualifications:

    • Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a nationally accredited program
    • Current RN license in the state of hire or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by the state of hire
    • CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers certification
    • 3 years of directly related experience preferred
    • Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni or Navajo skills preferred

    Physical Requirements:

    • Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work

    Working Conditions:

    • Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE

    Equal Opportunity Employer