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Rn- Pacu ft- 1635

Artesia General Hospital·Artesia, New Mexico

$36 - $56/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

The RN is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care within the PACU. This includes providing direct patient care, educating patients and families, and assisting in the training of new employees.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Artesia,
  • NM 88210Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level:
  • Associates
  • DegreeSalary
  • Range: $35.58 - $55.95
  • HourlyJob
  • Shift:
  • AnyJob
  • Category:
  • Nursing
  • Essential
  • FUNCTIONS: Utilize the nursing process by demonstrating appropriate assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient's care, as evidenced by client/staff observation. Teach patient/significant other appropriate health information in a timely manner and share written informational material. Perform direct patient care, utilizing established procedures, policies, and standards. Assist patients, family members or other clients with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner. Assist in the orientation/training of new employees. Assist other staff in the performance of their assignments. Recognize the need for variations in staffing and volunteer to fill open shifts. Take direction and initiate actions (cross/additional training) that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care. Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
  • Additional
  • RESPONSIBILITIES: As assigned.
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES: Basic computer. Knowledgeable regarding the nursing process and its application, including the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.
  • Age-Related
  • COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
  • Information
  • Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
  • Risk
  • Management/Quality
  • Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.
  • Enviromental
  • CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.
  • MINIMUM
  • Position
  • QUALIFICATIONS: Education – Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing – Associate Degree or Diploma required. Work Experience – One-year relevant experience, graduates accepted based upon position availability. Training – N/A License – Current New Mexico License required or RN License with Multistate Compact privileges. Certification – BLS required. ACLS, PALS required or within 90 days of employment. TNCC and ENPC preferred.

Requirements

Candidates must have an Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing and a current New Mexico or Multistate Compact RN license. BLS is required, with ACLS and PALS required within 90 days of employment.

  • associate degree
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Care
  • Computer Literacy
  • Staff Training
  • Patient Education
  • Risk Management
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Nursing Process
  • Quality Management
  • Safety Investigations

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$36 - $56/hr
Location
Artesia, New Mexico
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
Closes
Jan 1, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Artesia General Hospital

Acute Care Hospital

Salary listed on 16 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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New Mexico nursing roles stay in steady demand

In New Mexico, nursing roles that support home health, long-term care, and developmentally disabled patients are often in steady demand, especially when agencies need licensed RNs who can work independently. These positions are competitive because employers value a current New Mexico RN license, a valid driver’s license, required insurance, and experience in related care settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting for any scheduling, documentation, or travel expectations before applying.

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