Location Address:
1010 Spruce Street Espanola, NM 87532-2724Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $18.33 Maximum Offer $27.26Summary:
Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center is seeking a motivated and compassionate Nurse Extern to join our team. This role is designed for nursing students who are looking to gain practical experience and enhance their clinical skills under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals. We are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for our staff and patients. Join our team and gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic healthcare setting.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
Responsibilities:
Nurse externs responsibilities are:
Assist registered nurses (RNs) with patient care activities, including vital signs monitoring, administering medications, and wound care.
Provide basic patient care, such as bathing, feeding, and assisting with mobility.
Observe and document patient conditions and report any changes to the supervising RN.
Participate in patient education and discharge planning.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient care.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Must be currently enrolled in a State approved Program of Nursing
Must be eligible for graduation within 1 year of an ADN program, or within 18 months of the BSN program or have 1 year Health care work experience if they are not within 1 year or 18 months of graduation.
BLS
Espanola resident preferred
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Currently enrolled in a state-approved nursing program
- Eligible for graduation within 1 year (ADN) or within 18 months (BSN), or 1 year healthcare work experience if not within those timeframes
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- Espanola resident
What We Do
Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, statewide, not-for-profit healthcare system in New Mexico. Founded in 1908, it operates nine hospitals, a medical group, and a health plan. The organization is dedicated to improving access to healthcare, behavioral health, and community support services, offering a wide range of specialties including primary care, cancer care, and heart and vascular care to improve the well-being of New Mexico residents.
