Nurse Extern I PRN

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed hospital offering a spectrum of care, including diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis.

Where We Are:

From national parks and monuments to one of the top-rated farmer's markets in the country, Las Cruces offers a world filled with natural wonder, year-round excitement and historic proportions of fun. We are known for our safe and affordable living conditions, outstanding educational system, and friendly people.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
• And much more

Position Summary:

• This position will float through Med-Surg; Emergency Dept; and the ICU and other areas as directed.
• There are multiple openings for this position.
• Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities.
• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.
• Assists in patient admissions, transfer and discharge procedures.
• Transports patients as directed in a safe manner, utilizing appropriate means of transportation.
• Meets appropriate nutritional needs of patient by passing meal trays and snacks, opening packages, cartons, positioning of items/patient and ensuring that the tray is completely set up for the patient. Feeds patients who are unable to feed themselves. Assists with picking up trays after use.
• Observes and reports the skin condition of every assigned patient. Patients at moderate or high risk are assessed every shift for skin changes and findings are reported to the patient's nurse.
• Measures and records intake (NPO, % percent diet/snack, fluids consumed by mouth, etc.) and output (foley, drains, etc.)
• Supports family centered, patient focused environment in all interactions with patients, families, visitors and volunteers.
• Collects, labels and transports specimens.
• Performs point of care testing according to department policy.
• Provides clerical support to the unit.
• Insert and remove foley catheters utilizing sterile technique.
• Demonstrates understanding of properly collecting timed specimens and sequence to follow in the event the time sequence is interrupted.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in a Nursing Program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• ACLS is required for all areas where moderate sedation is performed.
• New Hires: Required certification must be obtained within one year of employment. If currently certified, must maintain current certification. Certification or completion courses must meet the standards of Memorial Medical Center.

EEOC Statement:

Memorial Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Primary Location: New Mexico-Las Cruces
Schedule: Per Diem/PRN
Work Schedule: PRN - rotate weekends, various shifts