Jobs in Cundiyo New Mexico

Description

Summary:

The Registered Nurse is a clinical practitioner who coordinates and implements patient care specific to the age of the patient population served on the assigned units. He/she ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the unit’s standards of care. He/she demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the unit and organization. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice. Treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect.

Responsibilities:

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms and psychosocial needs.
- Re-assesses patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention.
- Develops and implements a measurable individualized plan of care for the patient within the time frame established by Nursing Standards of Care.
- Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome; modifies the plan of care based upon the evaluations.
- Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.
- Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.
- Evaluates the plan of care.
- Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.

Staff Responsibilities:

- Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes.
- Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities.
- Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.
- Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
- Participates in orientation of new staff/students on the unit.
- Functions as a resource to visitors, physicians and staff; greeting them promptly and courteously.
- Promotes a positive work environment as evidenced by demonstrating a professional, supportive attitude for the unit staff.
- Being receptive and responsive to new ideas.
- Participates in the unit’s growth and development through various mechanisms to improve organizational performance.
- Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

- Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing
- Current knowledge and skills appropriate to age/type of patient population served
- Knowledgeable and sensitive to patients’ rights in the delivery of care
- Communicates in a clear concise manner appropriate to the developmental age of patient.

Experience

- All newly hired nurses with two or less years of experience as a Registered Nurse will be hired in at a CN I status. A new hire can be considered for a higher clinical ladder level (level II and III only) based on years of relevant experience to the clinical area, national professional nursing certification, achievement of additional nursing education (B.S.N. and MSN).

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

- Current New Mexico RN license or current Compact state license. BLS Certification required or within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. If nurse has the required certifications at time of hire, they must maintain the certifications and will not have a grace period to renew.

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Description

Summary:

The Clinical Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Department Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality. The Clinical Supervisor uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families. The Clinical Supervisor supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervising nursing department associates and providing patient care when needed. Coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision. Demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by performing as role model for clinical and service excellence.

Responsibilities:

- Demonstrates current, comprehensive, professional knowledge and skills in conformance with recognized nursing standards including the Patient Bill of Rights and Joint Commission/CMS regulations, Standards for Nursing Care for the Patient Care Unit and the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act.
- Conducts patient experience rounds to determine satisfaction with services and performs service recovery real-time. Assists manager/director in investigation of patient or physician complaints.
- Champions change by identifying obstacles and requesting resources for effective improvement.
- Prepares patient assignments based on patient need and associate competency level. Assigns unit tasks, meal/break time and ensures completion.
- Assists Patient Flow Supervisor in monitoring and improving patient flow metrics, including collaborating to determine appropriate placement based on patient needs.
- Promotes cohesive work teams and constructive conflict resolution, actively supporting intra- and inter-disciplinary teamwork, within the department.
- Monitors, coaches and reinforces associate's compliance with policy and procedures.
- Applies and holds associates accountable for infection control policies and processes.
- Monitors and coaches staff in hourly rounding and use of patient communication boards.
- Serves as clinical resource for associates related to complex clinical situations and invasive devices relevant to unit patient population.
- Monitors fall risk and skin at risk programs to ensure appropriate interventions are implemented to meet prevention strategies.
- Monitors pain management regimes with nursing staff and facilitates physician communication when not meeting patient pain goals.
- Facilitates associate participation in unit based multi-disciplinary rounds.
- Demonstrates awareness and implementation of National Patient Safety Goals as applicable in their area of practice. Monitors and coaches associates for compliance with NPSG.
- Reassesses the effectiveness of comfort measures (including PRN medications given) within 1 hour of intervention. Monitors associate compliance with this standard.
- Coaches and mentors associates to make cost effective decisions and use resources prudently achieving both productivity and competence expectations.
- Adheres to guidelines for IV therapy/Blood Administration. Monitors and coaches staff compliance.
- Adheres to medication administration guidelines and safe medication practices. Monitors and coaches staff to ensure for compliance with medication administration and safe medication practices.
- Utilizes AIDET to make a positive first impression. Monitors and coaches associates to achieve AIDET process.
- Demonstrates and takes responsibility for workplace safety. Exhibits knowledge regarding the hazard and injury reporting procedures.
- Accurately interprets monitored rhythms and intervenes according to hospital policies and standards.
- Assists with special procedures as applicable to patient population.
- Assists in data collection, assessment and documentation appropriate to nature and severity of the need of the patient population.
- Communicates appropriate data to the physician and other patient care team members.
- Ensures timely and accurate implementation of physician orders.
- Performs emergency equipment checks at start of shift.
- Primary responder to unit emergent events including Code Blue Alert and Rapid Response Team. (Critical Care responds to RRT throughout the organization).
- Code Blue Alert Management – Prepares patients for emergency treatment with thorough knowledge of emergency practices. Coordinates emergency measures to sustain life.
- Performs end of shift controlled substance count and ensures resolution of all Pyxis discrepancies prior to shift end.
- Provides appropriate hand-off communication with patient transitions of care.
- Assists manager/director in development of unit associate time schedule.
- Assists staffing office in determining real time staffing needs based on census, patient needs and skill set of associates.
- Assists with new associate selection and unit education-participating in staff interviews, setting clear staff performance expectations, encouraging staff development, and completing timely performance evaluations-including staff input in each process.
- Initiates first level counseling as appropriate. Assists manager/director in corrective action/discipline process as indicated.
- Performs patient care duties when appropriate.

Requirements:

Education:

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred. National specialty certification preferred.

Experience:

- 3 years relevant experience preferred but not required.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

- Current RN license in the State of New Mexico.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months.
- Current PALS/NRP if applicable to area.
- Current TNCC if applicable to area or obtain within 6 months.
- Current CPI or equivalent must be obtained within six months for Behavioral Health and Emergency Department.
- BLS, ACLS and PALS must be issued through American Heart Association.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time

Description

Summary:

The Clinical Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Department Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality. The Clinical Supervisor uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families. The Clinical Supervisor supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervising nursing department associates and providing patient care when needed. Coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision. Demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by performing as role model for clinical and service excellence.

Responsibilities:

- Demonstrates current, comprehensive, professional knowledge and skills in conformance with recognized nursing standards including the Patient Bill of Rights and Joint Commission/CMS regulations, Standards for Nursing Care for the Patient Care Unit and the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act.
- Conducts patient experience rounds to determine satisfaction with services and performs service recovery real-time. Assists manager/director in investigation of patient or physician complaints.
- Champions change by identifying obstacles and requesting resources for effective improvement.
- Prepares patient assignments based on patient need and associate competency level. Assigns unit tasks, meal/break time and ensures completion.
- Assists Patient Flow Supervisor in monitoring and improving patient flow metrics, including collaborating to determine appropriate placement based on patient needs.
- Promotes cohesive work teams and constructive conflict resolution, actively supporting intra- and inter-disciplinary teamwork, within the department.
- Monitors, coaches and reinforces associate's compliance with policy and procedures.
- Applies and holds associates accountable for infection control policies and processes.
- Monitors and coaches staff in hourly rounding and use of patient communication boards.
- Serves as clinical resource for associates related to complex clinical situations and invasive devices relevant to unit patient population.
- Monitors fall risk and skin at risk programs to ensure appropriate interventions are implemented to meet prevention strategies.
- Monitors pain management regimes with nursing staff and facilitates physician communication when not meeting patient pain goals.
- Facilitates associate participation in unit based multi-disciplinary rounds.
- Demonstrates awareness and implementation of National Patient Safety Goals as applicable in their area of practice. Monitors and coaches associates for compliance with NPSG.
- Reassesses the effectiveness of comfort measures (including PRN medications given) within 1 hour of intervention. Monitors associate compliance with this standard.
- Coaches and mentors associates to make cost effective decisions and use resources prudently achieving both productivity and competence expectations.
- Adheres to guidelines for IV therapy/Blood Administration. Monitors and coaches staff compliance.
- Adheres to medication administration guidelines and safe medication practices. Monitors and coaches staff to ensure for compliance with medication administration and safe medication practices.
- Utilizes AIDET to make a positive first impression. Monitors and coaches associates to achieve AIDET process.
- Demonstrates and takes responsibility for workplace safety. Exhibits knowledge regarding the hazard and injury reporting procedures.
- Accurately interprets monitored rhythms and intervenes according to hospital policies and standards.
- Assists with special procedures as applicable to patient population.
- Assists in data collection, assessment and documentation appropriate to nature and severity of the need of the patient population.
- Communicates appropriate data to the physician and other patient care team members.
- Ensures timely and accurate implementation of physician orders.
- Performs emergency equipment checks at start of shift.
- Primary responder to unit emergent events including Code Blue Alert and Rapid Response Team. (Critical Care responds to RRT throughout the organization).
- Code Blue Alert Management – Prepares patients for emergency treatment with thorough knowledge of emergency practices. Coordinates emergency measures to sustain life.
- Performs end of shift controlled substance count and ensures resolution of all Pyxis discrepancies prior to shift end.
- Provides appropriate hand-off communication with patient transitions of care.
- Assists manager/director in development of unit associate time schedule.
- Assists staffing office in determining real time staffing needs based on census, patient needs and skill set of associates.
- Assists with new associate selection and unit education-participating in staff interviews, setting clear staff performance expectations, encouraging staff development, and completing timely performance evaluations-including staff input in each process.
- Initiates first level counseling as appropriate. Assists manager/director in corrective action/discipline process as indicated.
- Performs patient care duties when appropriate.

Requirements:

Education:

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred. National specialty certification preferred.

Experience:

- 3 years relevant experience preferred but not required.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

- Current RN license in the State of New Mexico.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months.
- Current PALS/NRP if applicable to area.
- Current TNCC if applicable to area or obtain within 6 months.
- Current CPI or equivalent must be obtained within six months for Behavioral Health and Emergency Department.
- BLS, ACLS and PALS must be issued through American Heart Association.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time

Description

Summary:

Directs and supervises nursing service and activities during evening, night, and weekend hours.

Responsibilities:

- Prepares work schedules, assigns personnel, evaluates work performances and makes recommendations for personnel actions.
- Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
- Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department.
- Administers the nursing program during the evening, night and weekend shifts and coordinates activities. Promotes cooperation of the staff to achieve department objectives and maintain good department relations.
- Makes complete rounds of all units and notes patients’ condition where appropriate.
- Assists attending physicians and aides patients and families as needed in times of stress or crisis.
- Arranges emergency surgery and other services; participates in and evaluates all codes on his/her shift.
- Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records where appropriate. Maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.
- Ensures an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment.
- Directs maintenance of departmental facilities, equipment, supplies and materials in a condition to promote efficiency, health, comfort, and safety of patients and staff.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.

Requirements:

Education:

- Associates Degree in Nursing. BSN preferred.

Experience:

- Six months management experience or five years acute care clinical experience.
- Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) and problem-solving skills.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

- Current valid NM or compact RN License.
- BLS required.
- ACLS required or must obtain within six months from date of hire or date of transfer.
- BLS and ACLS must be issued through the American Heart Association.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Description

Summary:

The Clinical Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Department Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality. The Clinical Supervisor uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families. The Clinical Supervisor supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervising nursing department associates and providing patient care when needed. Coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision. Demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by performing as role model for clinical and service excellence.

Responsibilities:

- Demonstrates current, comprehensive, professional knowledge and skills in conformance with recognized nursing standards including the Patient Bill of Rights and Joint Commission/CMS regulations, Standards for Nursing Care for the Patient Care Unit and the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act.
- Conducts patient experience rounds to determine satisfaction with services and performs service recovery real-time. Assists manager/director in investigation of patient or physician complaints.
- Champions change by identifying obstacles and requesting resources for effective improvement.
- Prepares patient assignments based on patient need and associate competency level. Assigns unit tasks, meal/break time and ensures completion.
- Assists Patient Flow Supervisor in monitoring and improving patient flow metrics, including collaborating to determine appropriate placement based on patient needs.
- Promotes cohesive work teams and constructive conflict resolution, actively supporting intra- and inter-disciplinary teamwork, within the department.
- Monitors, coaches and reinforces associate's compliance with policy and procedures.
- Applies and holds associates accountable for infection control policies and processes.
- Monitors and coaches staff in hourly rounding and use of patient communication boards.
- Serves as clinical resource for associates related to complex clinical situations and invasive devices relevant to unit patient population.
- Monitors fall risk and skin at risk programs to ensure appropriate interventions are implemented to meet prevention strategies.
- Monitors pain management regimes with nursing staff and facilitates physician communication when not meeting patient pain goals.
- Facilitates associate participation in unit based multi-disciplinary rounds.
- Demonstrates awareness and implementation of National Patient Safety Goals as applicable in their area of practice. Monitors and coaches associates for compliance with NPSG.
- Reassesses the effectiveness of comfort measures (including PRN medications given) within 1 hour of intervention. Monitors associate compliance with this standard.
- Coaches and mentors associates to make cost effective decisions and use resources prudently achieving both productivity and competence expectations.
- Adheres to guidelines for IV therapy/Blood Administration. Monitors and coaches staff compliance.
- Adheres to medication administration guidelines and safe medication practices. Monitors and coaches staff to ensure for compliance with medication administration and safe medication practices.
- Utilizes AIDET to make a positive first impression. Monitors and coaches associates to achieve AIDET process.
- Demonstrates and takes responsibility for workplace safety. Exhibits knowledge regarding the hazard and injury reporting procedures.
- Accurately interprets monitored rhythms and intervenes according to hospital policies and standards.
- Assists with special procedures as applicable to patient population.
- Assists in data collection, assessment and documentation appropriate to nature and severity of the need of the patient population.
- Communicates appropriate data to the physician and other patient care team members.
- Ensures timely and accurate implementation of physician orders.
- Performs emergency equipment checks at start of shift.
- Primary responder to unit emergent events including Code Blue Alert and Rapid Response Team. (Critical Care responds to RRT throughout the organization).
- Code Blue Alert Management – Prepares patients for emergency treatment with thorough knowledge of emergency practices. Coordinates emergency measures to sustain life.
- Performs end of shift controlled substance count and ensures resolution of all Pyxis discrepancies prior to shift end.
- Provides appropriate hand-off communication with patient transitions of care.
- Assists manager/director in development of unit associate time schedule.
- Assists staffing office in determining real time staffing needs based on census, patient needs and skill set of associates.
- Assists with new associate selection and unit education-participating in staff interviews, setting clear staff performance expectations, encouraging staff development, and completing timely performance evaluations-including staff input in each process.
- Initiates first level counseling as appropriate. Assists manager/director in corrective action/discipline process as indicated.
- Performs patient care duties when appropriate.

Requirements:

Education:

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred. National specialty certification preferred.

Experience:

- 3 years relevant experience preferred but not required.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

- Current RN license in the State of New Mexico.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months.
- Current PALS/NRP if applicable to area.
- Current TNCC if applicable to area or obtain within 6 months.
- Current CPI or equivalent must be obtained within six months for Behavioral Health and Emergency Department.
- BLS, ACLS and PALS must be issued through American Heart Association.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time

Description

Summary:

Under the supervision and/or direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern II performs various direct patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern II can assist with the care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern II may be assigned other functions in accordance with hospital/department policies, procedures, and protocols.

Responsibilities:

- Life-threatening situations are readily identified and reported to the R.N. Initiates and assists with basic life support when needed.
- Observes/reports unusual symptoms to the nurse, i.e., abnormal V/S; IV site redness, edema; suspicious areas of skin breakdown accurately and promptly.
- Reports patient/family-related problems, i.e., patient’s dissatisfaction/refusal of nursing care routines; departure from activity advancements or restrictions.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of the aseptic/sterile technique. Follows universal precautions.
- Records information accurately and promptly. Reports change in patient’s condition and/or vital signs.
- Assists with laboratory specimens, i.e., collection or delivery.
- Complies with timekeeping system. Accrues no unexcused absences, and no more than three unscheduled absences.
- Uses supplies and equipment appropriately documents use in the medical record and records charges appropriately.
- Participates in 80% of prescribed in-service programs and departmental meetings. When unable to attend (20% max) follow up to obtain information discussed.
- Follows hospital and/or unit policy for dress and personal hygiene.
- Follows necessary safety precautions, hospital policies, and departmental policies.
- Attends infection control and safety programs.
- Follows hospital policies and/or departmental rules.
- Follows the CHRISTUS Health Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Associate timely completes all required educational requirements.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

- Nurse Extern II - students in RN school in clinicals
- Currently enrolled in a nursing program to obtain either an associate degree or bachelor’s degree to become a registered nurse
- Must have completed their first hospital clinical rotation and be in good standing in the nursing program
- Proficient in basic nursing tasks

Experience

- Six (6) months of experience in patient care preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

- AHA BLS required within 2 weeks of employment
- Provides updated transcript at beginning of semester

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Description

Summary:

Responsible for managing, coordinating and integrating all Care Coordination services within CHRISTUS St. Vincent Health System. Provides Care Coordination services to patients based on person-centered acuity and coordinates patient in hospital or clinic setting. Contributes to a cooperative and accountable working relationship with other members of the Care Coordination system staff toward the goal of providing continuous high quality services to patients. Promotes optimal person-centered care that supports and empowers individuals, respects individual choices and meets health care needs of patients. Works side-by-side with clinical leaders in the development and implementation of protocols. May work in traditional clinic setting and/or in a training environment (residency program) or other areas as assigned.

Responsibilities:

- Provides Care Coordination services in the ambulatory setting that supports quality patient care across the continuum.
- Ability to work in a variety of electronic medical records, ability to compile record information into a single patient file. Inputs patient orders from standing protocols and displays above average critical thinking skills.
- Maintains coordination of health care for patients within CSVCG; routinely interacts with physicians, administrators, managers, care coordinators and patients to ensure an integrated continuum of person-centered services and programs.
- Communicates in such a way to promote harmonious interpersonal relationships within and among all settings of care.
- Develops relationships with a variety of community resources to include Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), rehab, Long Term Acute Care (LTAC), home health, hospice, palliative care, and other essential community support agencies. Maintains good working knowledge of services provided by these entities.
- Works closely with the interdisciplinary team and providers to ensure appropriate referrals, follow-up and optimal patient outcomes over time. Is able to close the loop on referrals and any pending patient care needs efficiently.
- Exhibits behaviors and actions which create a high level of patient satisfaction, contributes to positive patient relations and reflects respect for a patient’s rights, needs and confidentiality.
- Participates and can lead pertinent groups (such as interdisciplinary teams).
- Tracks, analyzes and interprets patient satisfaction, outcome measure and individual patient treatment plans.

Requirements:

Education:

- Registered Nurse, BSN in Nursing, preferred.

Experience:

- Minimum of two years of experience in a health care setting and related experience with quality, care coordination and population health preferred.
- Considerable knowledge of health care facilities, policies and issues, and of the full spectrum of community patient care services
- Considerable knowledge of health care and social management principles
- Ability to coordinate various functions and activities for maximum cooperation and integration of services providers and persons receiving care within a clinic for continuum of care services
- Ability to direct, instruct and advise staff, and to receive and effectively react to day-to-day problems
- Ability to utilize strong communication skills, both written and oral, and effectively demonstrate an interactive style of care coordination
- Ability to understand and implement sensitivity and culture of care measures appropriate to a diverse population
- Ability to work with various levels of the CHRISTUS organization including clinical, financial, administrative and medical staff.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

- Current New Mexico Nursing License

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time

Description

Summary:

The Clinical Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Department Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality. The Clinical Supervisor uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families. The Clinical Supervisor supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervising nursing department associates and providing patient care when needed. Coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision. Demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by performing as role model for clinical and service excellence.

Responsibilities:

- Demonstrates current, comprehensive, professional knowledge and skills in conformance with recognized nursing standards including the Patient Bill of Rights and Joint Commission/CMS regulations, Standards for Nursing Care for the Patient Care Unit and the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act.
- Conducts patient experience rounds to determine satisfaction with services and performs service recovery real-time. Assists manager/director in investigation of patient or physician complaints.
- Champions change by identifying obstacles and requesting resources for effective improvement.
- Prepares patient assignments based on patient need and associate competency level. Assigns unit tasks, meal/break time and ensures completion.
- Assists Patient Flow Supervisor in monitoring and improving patient flow metrics, including collaborating to determine appropriate placement based on patient needs.
- Promotes cohesive work teams and constructive conflict resolution, actively supporting intra- and inter-disciplinary teamwork, within the department.
- Monitors, coaches and reinforces associate's compliance with policy and procedures.
- Applies and holds associates accountable for infection control policies and processes.
- Monitors and coaches staff in hourly rounding and use of patient communication boards.
- Serves as clinical resource for associates related to complex clinical situations and invasive devices relevant to unit patient population.
- Monitors fall risk and skin at risk programs to ensure appropriate interventions are implemented to meet prevention strategies.
- Monitors pain management regimes with nursing staff and facilitates physician communication when not meeting patient pain goals.
- Facilitates associate participation in unit based multi-disciplinary rounds.
- Demonstrates awareness and implementation of National Patient Safety Goals as applicable in their area of practice. Monitors and coaches associates for compliance with NPSG.
- Reassesses the effectiveness of comfort measures (including PRN medications given) within 1 hour of intervention. Monitors associate compliance with this standard.
- Coaches and mentors associates to make cost effective decisions and use resources prudently achieving both productivity and competence expectations.
- Adheres to guidelines for IV therapy/Blood Administration. Monitors and coaches staff compliance.
- Adheres to medication administration guidelines and safe medication practices. Monitors and coaches staff to ensure for compliance with medication administration and safe medication practices.
- Utilizes AIDET to make a positive first impression. Monitors and coaches associates to achieve AIDET process.
- Demonstrates and takes responsibility for workplace safety. Exhibits knowledge regarding the hazard and injury reporting procedures.
- Accurately interprets monitored rhythms and intervenes according to hospital policies and standards.
- Assists with special procedures as applicable to patient population.
- Assists in data collection, assessment and documentation appropriate to nature and severity of the need of the patient population.
- Communicates appropriate data to the physician and other patient care team members.
- Ensures timely and accurate implementation of physician orders.
- Performs emergency equipment checks at start of shift.
- Primary responder to unit emergent events including Code Blue Alert and Rapid Response Team. (Critical Care responds to RRT throughout the organization).
- Code Blue Alert Management – Prepares patients for emergency treatment with thorough knowledge of emergency practices. Coordinates emergency measures to sustain life.
- Performs end of shift controlled substance count and ensures resolution of all Pyxis discrepancies prior to shift end.
- Provides appropriate hand-off communication with patient transitions of care.
- Assists manager/director in development of unit associate time schedule.
- Assists staffing office in determining real time staffing needs based on census, patient needs and skill set of associates.
- Assists with new associate selection and unit education-participating in staff interviews, setting clear staff performance expectations, encouraging staff development, and completing timely performance evaluations-including staff input in each process.
- Initiates first level counseling as appropriate. Assists manager/director in corrective action/discipline process as indicated.
- Performs patient care duties when appropriate.

Requirements:

Education:

- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred. National specialty certification preferred.

Experience:

- 3 years relevant experience preferred but not required.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

- Current RN license in the State of New Mexico.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months.
- Current PALS/NRP if applicable to area.
- Current TNCC if applicable to area or obtain within 6 months.
- Current CPI or equivalent must be obtained within six months for Behavioral Health and Emergency Department.
- BLS, ACLS and PALS must be issued through American Heart Association.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) – in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector (Entry Level)

A MISSION WORTHY OF A CAREER!

If you’re looking for “just a job,” then stop reading right now. But, if you’re looking for a long-term federal law enforcement career, one that makes a difference every day to our country and its citizens, then the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) would like you to take the first step to becoming an entry level Border Patrol Agent.

USBP is hiring immediately to fill full-time, entry-level, career positions in federal law enforcement where your prior experience in public safety, security, military police or law enforcement may qualify. Train and work with an elite team of professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and sense of purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

Now is the time to make your move because, along with excellent base pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives (see details below).

Salary and Benefits

Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $51,632 - $92,219 per year. Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be eligible for up to $20,000 in incentives. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer or Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duty Locations

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:

- Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa

- Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island

- Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde

- El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta

- El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico

- Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina

- Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass

- Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren

- Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata

- Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen

- San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente

- Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville

- Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford

- Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox

- Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton

Duties and Responsibilities

As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

- Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations

- Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations

- Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband

- Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks

- Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

Qualifications

You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR

Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR

Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education. This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to:

- Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.

- Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.

- Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership. Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR

A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level. Please refer to the BPA GL-9 - 11 announcement.

Other Requirements

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans’ Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.

You’ll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government’s official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.

If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you’ll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Description

Summary:

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

Responsibilities:

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Experience

- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

- BLS required
- RN License in state of employment or compact

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time