Job Description

Job Summary A registered professional nurse responsible for the delivery of the care of the patient through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Also directs and guides patient teaching, activities of ancillary personnel, while maintaining standards of professional nursing. Functions within the Nurse Practice Act of the State of New Mexico.



Education/Licensure Requirements Current New Mexico RN license or compact state RN license


Current BLS CPR certification


ACLS and PALS preferred


NRP certification within 9 months.


Completion of fetal monitoring course within 6 months.


NRP and fetal monitoring must remain current following initial acquisition.


Adequately assess/care for antepartum, labor, delivery, recovery and post-partum care.


Competency with newborn assessment and care.


Competency with sterile technique and ability to operate in sterile field.



Professional Experience Previous experience in OB or care of patients in; antepartum, labor, delivery, and post-partum care preferred.



Conditions Of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check, reference checks and a post-offer drug screen.
• Must be employment eligible as verified by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) and the Government Services Administration (GSA).
• Tuberculin screening required annually
• Hospital required vaccinations
• Hospital required competencies
• Must be able to meet the physical conditions of the position

Hospital Core Values Compassion: We show empathy, respect and dignity in our interactions with patients and others.


Accountability: We take responsibility for one's actions, decisions and behaviors to deliver safe care to our patients, along with our professional interactions with others.


Respect: We recognize and value each individual's dignity, preferences and unique needs while appreciating ideas, culture, beliefs and experiences.


Excellence: We provide evidence based care, programs, services, and an environment that achieves the best outcomes.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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