Charge Nurse / RN ICU

Lovelace Health System•Albuquerque, NM

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Join the team as a day-shift, full-time ICU Charge Nurse in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Charge RN is responsible and accountable for professional nursing practice, including nursing management of patients and staff in the assigned area. Lovelace Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care that includes around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.

Requirements

Associate degree or Diploma of Nursing.
One year of Charge Nurse experience in a hospital setting, or more than one year of clinical or management experience.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and before providing direct patient care.
CPR certification.
Valid New Mexico nursing license or New Mexico compact license within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
National certification in clinical specialty care.

Responsibilities

Manage the nursing care of patients and staff in the assigned area.
Manage efficient patient flow, appropriate use of supplies, and other operational functions.
Collaborate with unit managers and/or directors to develop and revise unit policies, procedures, and protocols.
Serve as a departmental liaison and first point of contact for patients, providers, and staff.
Follow policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.