The Night Shift Nurse (RN/LPN) plays a critical role indelivering high-quality, compassionate care in a calm overnight environment.This position provides hands-on nursing care, supports resident safety andcomfort, and collaborates with the care team to ensure continuity of carethroughout the night.
Essential Responsibilities
• Provide total nursing care to residents on the assignedunit during the night shift
• Administer medications and treatments according tophysician orders and nursing standards
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and companyregulations
• Communicate care plans, procedures, and treatments clearlyto residents and families
• Accurately transcribe and implement physician orders
• Document care and resident responses thoroughly and timely
• Give and receive detailed shift reports to ensurecontinuity of care
• Conduct routine rounds to monitor resident comfort,safety, and condition
• Supervise and support CNAs, ensuring accurate dailydocumentation
• Coordinate care with therapists to support 24-hourrehabilitation needs
• Record diet changes and communicate updates to the DietaryDepartment
• Participate in quality improvement activities,in-services, and staff meetings
• Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN nursing program
• Active RN/LPN state license in good standing
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience (or equivalent)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizationalskills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to professionalism and compassionate care
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Shift Differentials
• Weekday Nights (6:00 PM - 6:30 AM): +$1.50/hr
• Weekend Days (6:00 AM - 6:30 PM): +$2.50/hr
• Weekend Nights (6:00 PM - 6:30 AM): +$4.00/hr
Benefits Snapshot
• Sign-On Bonus up to $6,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that increases with years of service
• Paid Holidays, including your birthday
• Holiday Pay: Time and a half when working a holiday(full-time)
• Sick Leave accrual
• Overtime Pay (1.5×)
• Paid breaks and meal periods
• Jury Duty Pay
• Social Security and retirement contributions
Why You'll Love Working Nights Here
• Quieter environment with fewer interruptions
• Supportive leadership and strong teamwork
• More autonomy and focused resident care
• Competitive night and weekend differentials
• Consistent scheduling
• Professional growth opportunities
Numbers & Facts
Location
Rio Rancho, NM
Industry
Other/Not Classified
Website
http://www.santafenursing.com/
About Company
Making the decision to place a family member in a nursing and rehabilitation center is one of life’s most difficult and emotional challenges. It’s often a decision that occurs when the physical, emotional and economic burdens of home care are at their peak.
When it becomes apparent that placement is the best answer for all concerned, Santa Fe Care Center offers a comforting solution… nursing care that combines a standard of excellence with a traditional sense of caring. At Santa Fe Care Center, the pleasures of everyday life are not lost to routine. Our friendly atmosphere and clean environment are designed to encourage social interaction and a real sense of community.