Registered Nurse; RN

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at Cedar Ridge Inn. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care to residents, ensuring their health needs are met with professionalism and empathy. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, a patient‑centered approach to care, and a passion for working in a dynamic healthcare environment.

• $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS
• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (available for full‑time and part‑time employees)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Supportive and caring work environment

• 12‑hour shifts
• Day Charge Nurse
• Night Charge Nurse
• Night Shift differential pay

• Resident Assessment & Care:
  Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents upon admission, throughout their stay, and when changes in condition occur. Monitor and evaluate residents' health status, identify potential issues, and implement appropriate interventions.
• Care Plan Development:
  Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans for residents. Work with the healthcare team to ensure that care plans reflect residents’ needs, preferences, and medical conditions.
• Medication Administration:
  Administer prescribed medications accurately and safely. Monitor for side effects and reactions, and document administration in residents’ medical records.
• Clinical Procedures & Treatments:
  Provide direct nursing care, including wound care, catheter care, IV therapy, vital‑sign monitoring, and other necessary medical treatments. Follow infection‑control protocols and ensure a safe and clean environment for residents.
• Coordination of Care:
  Collaborate with physicians, other nurses, physical therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care. Communicate effectively with families regarding residents' progress and needs.
• Resident and Family
  
  Education:
  
  Educate residents and their families about healthcare needs, treatments, medication management, and lifestyle choices that support well‑being and recovery.
• Supervision & Leadership:
  Supervise and mentor nursing assistants (CNAs) and other healthcare staff, ensuring they follow care protocols and maintain high standards of care. Provide training and guidance as needed.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of nursing care provided, including assessments, treatments, medications, and progress. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and facility policies.
• Emergency Response & Critical Care:
  Respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations, providing necessary interventions, stabilization, and communication to physicians and emergency personnel.

• Registered Nurse (RN) with active licensure in New Mexico
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in skilled nursing, long‑term care, or a hospital setting
• Strong knowledge of nursing practices, clinical procedures, and healthcare regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with residents, families, and the healthcare team
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patient needs effectively
• Compassionate, patient‑centered approach to care with a focus on promoting residents’ dignity and well‑being

• Ability to lift, carry, and move patients as necessary
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods
• Capacity to perform tasks that require bending, reaching, or stretching
• Comfortable working in environments that expose the employee to infectious materials, cleaning chemicals, and other physical demands typical of a healthcare setting