Senior Registered Nurse (DOH/NMBHI #13182)

This position is a Pay Band C10 with the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute, which provides care to New Mexicans across six divisions, including inpatient psychiatric care, residential treatment for adolescents, outpatient care, detox and residential substance use treatment, and skilled/long-term care. As the largest behavioral health complex in the state, NMBHI serves over 250 inpatients/residents daily and 400 outpatient clients monthly.

About the role

The incumbent will provide nursing care to meet the needs of patients in the Adult Psychiatric Division/CARE, including direction and guidance to direct care staff and implementation of nursing activities toward common hospital goals.

Responsibilities

• Administer all types of medications (oral and injectable) to relieve anxiety, control behavior, and treat physical problems.
• Perform various treatments ordered by physicians to ensure patients' optimal physical and mental well-being.

Requirements

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure, including temporary licensure for employment at a specific institution.
• Three years of experience relevant to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Valid New Mexico driver’s license and ability to obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate.
• Successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check and compliance with federal/state laws regarding alcohol and drug testing (this is a safety-sensitive position).
• Completion of Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) training.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for the mentally ill.
• Experience in providing comprehensive nursing care.
• Experience in administering all types of medications.
• Licensed in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act (Section 61-3-2 through 61-3-31 NMSA 1978 and 16.12.1 through 16.12.20 NMAC).

Working Conditions

• Work in a hospital and office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage.
• Exposure to mentally and behaviorally challenged residents who may exhibit unpredictable and sometimes violent behaviors.
• This is a 100% tobacco-free and e-cigarette-free campus; no tobacco or e-cigarette products are permitted.

Pay

$36.43 - $54.65 hourly ($75,775 - $113,663 annually).

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply.