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Night Nurse (RN/LPN)

Santa Fe Care Center
Santa, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 2/26/2026 CLOSED ON 3/13/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Night Nurse (RN/LPN) position at Santa Fe Care Center?

Night Shift Nurse (RN/LPN):
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $6,000

Night Weekend Shift Differentials Available

Position Purpose

The Night Shift Nurse (RN/LPN) plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a calm overnight environment. This position provides hands-on nursing care, supports resident safety and comfort, and collaborates with the care team to ensure continuity of care throughout the night.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Provide total nursing care to residents on the assigned unit during the night shift
  • Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing standards
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company regulations
  • Communicate care plans, procedures, and treatments clearly to residents and families
  • Accurately transcribe and implement physician orders
  • Document care and resident responses thoroughly and timely
  • Give and receive detailed shift reports to ensure continuity of care
  • Conduct routine rounds to monitor resident comfort, safety, and condition
  • Supervise and support CNAs, ensuring accurate daily documentation
  • Coordinate care with therapists to support 24-hour rehabilitation needs
  • Record diet changes and communicate updates to the Dietary Department
  • Participate in quality improvement activities, in-services, and staff meetings
  • Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN nursing program
  • Active RN/LPN state license in good standing
  • Minimum of 2 years nursing experience (or equivalent)
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Commitment to professionalism and compassionate care
Reports To: Director of Nursing

Shift Differentials

  • Weekday Nights (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM): $1.50/hr
  • Weekend Days (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM): $2.50/hr
  • Weekend Nights (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM): $4.00/hr
Benefits Snapshot

  • Sign-On Bonus up to $6,000
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with years of service
  • Paid Holidays, including your birthday
  • Holiday Pay: Time and a half when working a holiday (full-time)
  • Sick Leave accrual
  • Overtime Pay (1.5×)
  • Paid breaks and meal periods
  • Jury Duty Pay
  • Social Security and retirement contributions
Why You’ll Love Working Nights Here

  • Quieter environment with fewer interruptions
  • Supportive leadership and strong teamwork
  • More autonomy and focused resident care
  • Competitive night and weekend differentials
  • Consistent scheduling
  • Professional growth opportunities:

Salary : $3 - $4

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