Registered Nurse Day Shift

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POSITION: Registered Nurse LOCATION: Western South (Grants, NM) SHIFT: 12 Hour Day Shift Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is a member of the Wexford family: a group of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies.  At Wexford Health Sources, Inc., our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue. POSITION SUMMARY Under the clinical supervision of the Director of Nursing, the incumbent is responsible for delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Also directs and guides patient teaching activities and ancillary personnel, while maintaining standards of professional nursing. Utilizes electronic medical record system as applicable throughout the scope of duties and responsibilities.   Assesses physical, psychological and psychosocial dimensions of patients within the healthcare unit and, as necessary, in the housing units. Applies knowledge of illnesses, injuries and diseases using available resources in obtaining a health history, and in the assessment process. Provides leadership to RNs, LPNs, MAs, CNAs and other nursing paraprofessionals in patient care as related to medical aspects of patient care. Reviews and monitors all offenders receiving medications, as assigned and maintains charts and records. Utilize therapeutic communication skills and effective interviewing techniques to elicit pertinent historical information and make appropriate referral as required. BENEFITS Wexford Health offers a competitive benefits package including: Performance check-ins with annual merit increase Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave Paid holidays Comprehensive health insurance through BlueCross BlueShield Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) retirement saving plan Company-paid short-term disability Healthcare and dependent care spending account Continuing education options The following requirements list the minimum to qualify.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. LICENSING: Current, valid New Mexico Registered Nursing License CERTIFICATION: Current CPR Certification EDUCATION: