Part-Time Outpatient RN

About the role

This position involves providing safe, comprehensive patient care in an ambulatory setting, utilizing the nursing process across diverse age groups. The nurse will offer clinical leadership, mentorship, and serve as a role model for staff while ensuring adherence to departmental policies. The role involves clinical leadership, patient education, safety protocols, and support activities to ensure quality care in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with tests, procedures, and complex treatments
• Assess patient conditions, document medical histories, and develop care goals
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and ensure physician orders are followed
• Provide patient education on preventive care and medical treatments
• Support patient safety by following policies, reporting concerns, and promoting patient participation
• Assist with emergency measures and manage lab data, records, and supplies
• Mentor staff and participate in orientation and evaluations
• Manage workers' compensation claims and ensure regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program
• RN licensure in NM or reciprocal jurisdiction
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Skills

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish or Indigenous languages advantageous
• Physical ability to perform heavy work and work in environments with chemical/dangerous materials