Inpatient Rehabilitation Registered Nurse $ Sign On Bonus!
Carlsbad Medical Center
Carlsbad, NM
Full Time
Day Shift
Rehabilitation
RN
Job Summary
Full-Time | Up to $30,000 Sign-On Bonus for qualified candidates | NEW Increased Rates! | Relocation Benefits*
At Carlsbad Medical Center, our Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit is dedicated to helping patients regain independence, function, and quality of life after illness, injury, or surgery. As an Inpatient Rehab RN, you will play a vital role in delivering personalized, goal-oriented care that supports each patient’s physical and emotional recovery. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of therapists, physicians, and nurses to develop and implement individualized care plans. If you are looking for an opportunity to build strong patient relationships and make a meaningful impact on recovery journeys in a supportive, team-focused environment, apply today and take advantage of our specialized training and professional development programs.
Benefits
We offer you a generous benefits package including:
- Up to $20,000 Student Loan Repayment for FT RNs
- 100% licensure/certification reimbursement
- Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance
- 401K
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- Paid Holidays
Carlsbad Medical Center is your community healthcare provider: a 115-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We are more than 150 healthcare professionals strong and are a Joint Commission-accredited facility. Carlsbad, New Mexico, offers small-town charm with unique attractions and access to world-famous Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Here, you can enjoy the beauty of the desert, nearby rivers and lakes, and year-round sunshine—making it a wonderful place to live, work, and explore.
Essential Functions
- Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
- Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
- Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
- Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
- Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
- Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
- Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
- Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
- Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
- Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
- Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
- Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
- Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
Salary
No Salary Provided
Employment Type
Full Time
Shift
Day Shift