Charge Nurse / RN Med Surg

Lovelace Health System•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Medical Surgical Charge Registered Nurse in Albuquerque, NM. Lovelace Women’s Hospital is a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

Requirements

Minimum: Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing
One (1) year of Charge Nurse experience in hospital setting OR more than one year of clinical or management experience.
CPR
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Valid NM Nursing license or NM compact license (within 90 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

Desired: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
Certification in clinical specialty
National Certification in specialty care

Responsibilities

Responsible and accountable for the practice of Professional Nursing, including the nursing management of the patient and staff of assigned area in his/her charge.
Manages efficient patient flow, appropriate use of supplies and other operational functions.
Collaborates with the unit managers and/or directors in developing and revising unit policies, procedures, and protocols.
Serves as departmental liaison and first line of contact with patients, providers and staff.
Adheres to policies and procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.