Nephrology RN
Farmington, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) - Nephrology

Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Facility & Unit Overview

• Level III trauma center with 198 beds
• Nephrology unit is an extension of the Med/Surg units
• Unit has 24 beds with patient ratios ranging from 1:4 to 1:6
• Patient population primarily geriatric and adults
• Equipment includes VS machine, bladder scanner, lifts, thermal imaging, IV pumps/tubes
• Electronic Health Record system: Cerner
• Shift: Days, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
• Weekend requirement: Minimum 2 weekend shifts per month
• Call: None required
• Float: As needed per facility needs

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Nephrology experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Nephrology experience preferred but not required
• Charge nurse experience preferred but not required
• Observation unit experience is a plus

Common Diagnoses & Treatments

• End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
• Peritoneal Dialysis
• Hemodialysis

Additional Information

• Position requires submission of resume, submission form, area-specific competency exam, skills checklist, and screening questions
• Located in a scenic area with access to outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and off-roading
• Facility serves the Four Corners region (New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, Utah)

This opportunity is ideal for RNs with Med/Surg experience looking to gain or expand nephrology skills in a supportive travel assignment.