Lead Registered Nurse(DOH/NMBHI#13386)
Pay
Hourly: $40.28 – $64.45
Annual: $83,790 – $134,063
Pay Band: C11
About the Role
The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (NMBHI) provides care across six divisions, including inpatient psychiatric care, adolescent residential treatment, outpatient services, detox, residential substance‑abuse treatment, and skilled/long‑term care. As the state’s largest behavioral‑health complex, NMBHI serves over 250 inpatients daily and 400 outpatient clients each month with a staff of more than 600 employees.
The incumbent will provide nursing care to patients in the Adult Psychiatric Division/CARE, guide direct‑care staff, and lead nursing activities toward hospital goals.
Responsibilities
- Administer all types of medications, including oral and injectable, to relieve anxiety, control behavior, and treat physical problems.
- Perform physician‑ordered treatments to ensure optimal physical and mental well‑being of patients.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse license in New Mexico, or eligibility for licensure/temporary license as required by NM law.
- At least five (5) years of relevant nursing experience.
- Experience caring for the mentally ill and providing comprehensive nursing care.
- Experience administering all types of medications.
- Valid New Mexico driver’s license and a Defensive Driving Certificate.
- Compliance with safety‑sensitive position requirements, including pre‑employment and random drug/alcohol testing and nationwide criminal background checks.
- Successful completion of HIPAA training.
Work Environment
The position involves work in hospital and office settings with extensive use of visual/video display terminals, computers, and phones. Employees are exposed to mentally and behaviorally challenged residents who may exhibit unpredictable or violent behavior.
Collective Bargaining
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement; all terms and conditions of that agreement apply.