Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Alamogordo, NM
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg Orthopedic

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Full-time position
• Care for orthopedic patients including joint replacements, fractures, shoulders, and podiatry cases
• Provide routine and complex nursing care utilizing the nursing process including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation
• Address psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families
• Administer medications and treatments using appropriate protocols while monitoring for side effects and effectiveness
• Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided
• Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, family members, and caregivers
• Make appropriate assignments and delegate to other care providers
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
• 1 year of experience in related nursing specialty preferred
• BLS certification required (AHA only)
• RN License in New Mexico or compact state required
• Must meet applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies expectations

Facility:

This healthcare organization is part of a comprehensive Catholic health system that provides compassionate care across multiple specialties. The facility features a dedicated orthopedic unit that specializes in caring for patients with joint replacements, fractures, and various orthopedic conditions including shoulder and podiatry cases. The organization emphasizes evidence-based nursing practice and maintains high standards for patient care while supporting professional development and competency-based practice models.

Location:

Alamogordo, NM

Alamogordo offers a unique desert landscape setting in southern New Mexico with stunning views of the Sacramento Mountains and close proximity to White Sands National Park. The area provides excellent outdoor recreation opportunities and a lower cost of living while maintaining access to quality healthcare facilities and professional growth opportunities.