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University of New Mexico - Hospitals lists this Post-Anesthesia Care Rn opportunity in bosque farms, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job DescriptionRN INPATIENT - All Post-Anesthesia Care Units (PACU) - University of New Mexico Hospital - Albuquerque
\ NWe have immediate RN hiring across our PACU departments.
\ NApply and we will have a hiring manager contact you within 48 hours to discuss your interests and placement.
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Sign-On Bonus Available
\ NRelocation Assistance Available
\ N Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials
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Base Rate based on experience:
\ NMinimum Offer
$ 34.84/hr.
\ NMaximum Offer
$ 47.33/hr.
\ NCompensation Disclaimer
\ N Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.
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CURRENTLY HIRING WITHIN:
\ N Pediatric Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
\ NWe are seeking compassionate and skilled Pediatric PACU nurses to join our dynamic team in providing exceptional post-anesthesia care to infants, children, and adolescents. In our fast-paced Pediatric Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, you will play a critical role in safely recovering young patients following surgery and anesthesia, utilizing your expertise in pediatric assessment, pain management, airway management, and family-centered care. This is a 12-hour shift position that offers a rewarding blend of clinical challenge and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families during a vulnerable time. If you thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment and are passionate about pediatric nursing, we invite you to bring your dedication and clinical excellence to our Pediatric PACU.
\ NPost-Anesthesia Care Unit
\ NJoin a high-performing team at UNMH as a PACU RN , where you’ll provide expert care to patients before and after surgery. In the pre-op phase , you’ll perform assessments, start IVs, ease anxiety, and ensure seamless and safe surgical coordination. Postoperatively, you’ll monitor patients across a wide range of acuity—from outpatient to ICU-level care—including pediatric, adult, obstetric, and cardiac cases.
\ NThis fast-paced unit offers the chance to grow your critical care skills while working alongside an interdisciplinary team. As a clinical leader and patient advocate, you’ll make a direct impact on recovery, safety, and comfort.
\ NIf you’re passionate about perioperative care and thrive in dynamic settings, join the UNMH PACU team —where every moment matters.
\ NEye Surgery Center
OSIS \ N
JOB SUMMARY :
\ N Work within the nursing process to provide direct nursing care to assigned patients. Provide clinical leadership for other staff and assumes relief charge duties when designated. Serve as a role model to promote a positive work environment and quality patient care. Ensures adherence to Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures. Patient care assignment may include;
Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.
\ NESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* PATIENT CARE - Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients as required
\ N * POLICIES - Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies
\ N * CARE PLAN - Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching
\ N * TESTS AND PROCEDURES - Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained
\ N * PARTICIPATION - Participate in orientation;
upon successful completion of preceptor training assume precepting and evaluation responsibilities of new personnel
\ N * EMERGENCY MEASURES - Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients
\ N * MEDICAL RECORDS - Ensure that patient medical records contain necessary information
\ N * INQUIRIES - Answer telephones and triage calls as per departmental policy
\ N * MEDICATION - Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights;
document and communicate clinical findings
\ N * ENVIRONMENT - Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards
\ N * DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
\ N * PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Followpatient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
\ N * PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
\ N * PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
\ N * PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Reportpotential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
\ N * PATIENT SAFETY 5 - 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"
\ NMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
\ NEDUCATION:
\ NNationally Accredited Nursing Program Graduate
\ N CERTIFICATIONS:
\ NRN MATRIX - Complete and maintain unit/clinic based required certifications and competencies as listed in the department expectations and/or the unit/clinic education matrix
\ NLICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
\ NLicensed Registered Nurse(RN) in the State of New Mexico or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by the State of New Mexico
\ NCPR Certification for Healthcare/BLS Providers or for Professional Rescuers or must obtain within 30 calendar days of start date
\ NTESTING REQUIREMENTS:
\ N Obtain UNMH IV Verification within 6 months of position
\ NTuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
\ NPREFERRED EDUCATION:
\ NBachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing
\ NPREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
\ NBilingual English/Spanish
\ NBilingual English/Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo
\ NPREFERRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
\ NNationally Certified in area of specialty
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WORKING CONDITIONS
\ NENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
\ NSig Hazard: Chemicals, bio hazardous materials requiring extensive safety precautions and may require protective equipment
\ NPHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
\ N 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.
\ NDepartment: Registered Nurse
Worksite address
bosque farms, NM, 87068, US
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