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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 Inpatient Psychiatric care. You will provide essential nursing services to psychiatric patients, ensuring their recovery and adherence to care plans. With a supportive environment and competitive compensation, this role is vital in delivering high-quality mental health care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide professional nursing care for assigned patients in a mental health/psychiatric environment
  • Design nursing care plans and assist in developing overall care plans for psychiatric patients
  • Administer medication and treatment; facilitate group therapy and/or education sessions
  • Observe patient behavior and perform triage and crisis intervention
  • Educate patients and families on treatment regimens and management of side effects

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 Bonus AvailableRelocation Assistance AvailableShift differentials for Weekday Nights, Weekend Nights, and Weekend Day shifts