Charge Nurse (RN), ER

Company: Memorial Medical Center
Location: Las Cruces
Posted on: January 28, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Your experience matters At Memorial Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Department/Unit Summary Join our team in a dynamic 19-bed Emergency Room (ER) located on the 1st floor, with a 1:4 nurse to patient ratio. Our diverse staff includes RNs, Nurse Externs, Paramedics, EMTs, MAs, CNAs, Phlebotomists, Pharmacists, and Providers, creating a collaborative environment to deliver exceptional care. Known for our wide variety of patient care services, including cardiac, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, strokes trauma, bariatric accreditations, and offer the only Pediatric and PICU in Southern New Mexico. With an average daily volume of approximately 108 patients, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality emergency medical care while working alongside a dedicated team in a fast-paced setting. How you'll contribute Delivers comprehensive patient care by implementing treatment plans, administering medications, assisting with daily living activities, and monitoring patient conditions. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, including transfers, discharges, and support services. Educates patients and families based on individual needs, advocates for patient rights and well-being, and addresses concerns promptly to ensure high-quality service. Demonstrates leadership in supervising, coaching, and evaluating staff, assigning tasks, and maintaining effective communication across departments. Maintains accurate documentation, upholds ethical standards, and adapts to changing workloads while supporting new team members and utilizing current technology in care delivery. What we offer Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: - $20,000 sign-on bonus depending on qualifications and experience for full time - Relocation assistance - Shift differentials - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts - Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees - Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage - Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching - Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness - Professional development and growth opportunities Qualifications and requirements Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include: - BLS required. - ACLS, PALS and TNCC are required. - CEN preferred - Experience in acute care facility preferred. - ER experience required. About our Health System Memorial Medical Center is a 199 bed acute hospital located in Las Cruces, NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. EEOC Statement "Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MMC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

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