Travel: RN - Critical Care

POSITION TITLE: Travel: RN - Critical Care
DEPARTMENT: Patient Care Services
SHIFT: Days (7A–7P)
START DATE: ASAP
OPENINGS: 2
EMR: Epic

The Registered Nurse (Clinical Nurse I–IV) is a clinical practitioner responsible for coordinating and implementing patient care tailored to the specific age and needs of the patient population served. The RN ensures high-quality, efficient, and safe care in alignment with unit and organizational standards. The role requires consistent demonstration of professional performance that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the organization. The nurse fosters an environment of respect and collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and staff.

Education:
Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing.

Certification/Licenses:

• Current New Mexico RN license or current Compact state license

• BLS and ACLS (AHA certified)

• TNCC required

Skills:

• Current clinical knowledge appropriate to the patient population served

• Awareness and sensitivity to patients’ rights in care delivery

• Strong communication skills suited to diverse developmental age groups

Experience:
Relevant clinical experience preferred.

Reports to: Patient Care Director or Manager

• Bloodborne Pathogen Category C (OR, PACU, L&D) or Category B (other patient care areas)

• Potential exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays

• Clean, well-lit, ventilated, smoke-free environment

• May encounter stressful professional interactions and variable hours due to emergencies or schedule changes

• Ability to manage emergency and crisis situations

• Prolonged standing and walking

• Heavy physical effort for patient or equipment positioning and transfer

• Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

• Good visual and hearing acuity (normal or correctable)

• Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination

• Ability to judge distances, distinguish colors, and maintain spatial awareness