Join the University of New Mexico - Hospitals as a Nursing Faculty, where you will lead nursing education and patient care initiatives. With a focus on evidence-based practices, you will play a crucial role in developing nursing competencies and delivering specialized care across diverse patient populations.
Key Responsibilities
Provide educational leadership to enhance specialized patient care
Initiate unit-based strategies for developing clinical skills
Perform as a unit educator and clinical instructor
Develop patient care plans using evidence-based research
Consult with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care
Educate staff on new equipment and coordinate training sessions
Assist patients and caregivers with educational needs
Monitor trends and implement educational strategies
Deliver safe direct care to assigned patients
Enhance professional growth through educational programs
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN or MSN)
18 months directly related experience
CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider certification
RN license in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement
Instructor in Unit-Required Certifications within 90 Days
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in Nursing
Bilingual (English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo)
3 years directly related experience
Current Instructor in BLS, ACLS, NRP or other instructor certifications