Nephrology RN
Farmington, New Mexico
San Juan Regional Medical Center

Travel RN Opportunity - Nephrology Unit

Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Facility Type: Level III Trauma Center, 198 beds

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Nephrology Unit (extension of Med/Surg)
• Shift: Days (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed
• Weekend Requirement: Minimum 2 weekend shifts per month
• Call Requirements: None
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: Nephrology/Med-Surg
• Number of Beds: 24
• Patient Ratios: 1:4 to 1:6
• Patient Population: Geriatric and Adults
• Common Diagnoses/Treatments: ESRD, Peritoneal Dialysis, Hemodialysis
• Equipment Used: Vital Signs machine, Bladder Scanner, Lifts, Thermal Imaging, IV pumps/tubes
• Electronic Health Record (EHR): Cerner

Requirements

• Education: ADN required
• Certifications: BLS (AHA) required
• Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years in specialty (Nephrology or Med/Surg)
  • Med/Surg experience required
  • Nephrology experience preferred but not required
• Skills:

  • Must have at least 3.2 overall rating on skills checklist
  • Observation Unit experience is a plus
  • Charge Nurse experience preferred but not required
• Float: As needed per facility needs

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
• Weekend shifts are mandatory as per policy
• The facility serves a broad region including New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah
• Located in a scenic area with outdoor recreational opportunities nearby (hiking, kayaking, national parks)

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a well-equipped nephrology unit within a reputable trauma center, supporting adult and geriatric patients with renal conditions.