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RN - INPATIENT PSYCH

University of New Mexico - Hospitals

Albuquerque, NM
8 days ago
$34.84 - $47.33

Job Description

Join the University of New Mexico Hospitals as a Registered Nurse in the Inpatient Psych department, where you will provide crucial care to psychiatric patients. With competitive pay and benefits, including sign-on bonuses and shift differentials, you will play a key role in designing care plans and supporting patient recovery in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide professional nursing care for psychiatric patients
  • Design and assist in development of nursing care plans
  • Observe patient behavior and perform triage and crisis intervention
  • Coordinate patient drug and procedure activities
  • Administer medication and provide emotional support
  • Educate patients and families on treatment regimens
  • Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients

Required Qualifications

  • Program Graduate
  • Nationally Accredited Nursing Graduate
  • RN in NM or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by NM
  • CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days
  • 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 Bonus AvailableRelocation Assistance AvailableShift differentials for weekday nights, weekend nights, and weekend days