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RN - INPATIENT PSYCH

University of New Mexico - Hospitals

Albuquerque, NM
15 days ago
$34.84 - $47.33

Job Description

Join the University of New Mexico Hospitals as a Registered Nurse in the Inpatient Psychiatric unit. This role involves providing critical nursing care to psychiatric patients, developing care plans, and coordinating treatment efforts to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide professional nursing care for psychiatric patients
  • Design nursing care plans and ensure adherence to hospital policies
  • Interview, examine, and assess health status of patients
  • Observe patient behavior and perform triage and crisis intervention
  • Write treatment plans and administer medications
  • Educate patients and families on treatment regimens
  • Coordinate communication between care providers and patients

Required Qualifications

  • Program Graduate
  • Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate
  • CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days
  • RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM
  • Obtain and maintain Aggressive Behavior Certification within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Bilingual in English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo
  • 1 year directly related experience

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On BonusRelocation AssistanceShift differentials for weekday nights, weekend nights, and weekend days