Charge Nurse - Vascular Cardiac Step Down

Presbyterian System Services • Albuquerque, NM

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About The Position

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a Charge RN for its specialized Vascular Progressive Care Unit. The Charge RN works under the direction of the Nursing Director and with the Department RN Manager and RN Assistant Manager as part of the management and leadership team. The role provides clinical and operational shift supervision of care processes, including patient flow, patient experience, quality processes, patient safety, and direction of unit staff in designated service areas. The Charge RN may also provide direct patient care.

The unit provides patient-centered care for individuals undergoing cardiothoracic and vascular procedures, including surgical interventions, as well as general progressive care. It is a fast-paced setting in which patients require complex care around the clock and continuous cardiac monitoring. The unit currently has 24 beds, with expansion planned to 36 beds across two units.

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multispecialty medical group. The organization was founded in New Mexico in 1908 and is the state’s largest private employer, with nearly 14,000 employees.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of bedside nursing experience.
• Associate degree in Nursing.
• State of New Mexico or Compact State nursing license.
• BLS certification required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational shift supervision of care processes.
• Support patient flow, exceptional care experiences, quality processes, and patient safety.
• Direct unit staff in designated service areas.
• May provide direct patient care.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Wearable staff safety badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern.
• Differentials for night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and eligible lead roles.
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• EPIC electronic charting system.
• Wellness program with access to free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree