Charge Nurse - Vascular Cardiac Unit

Presbyterian System Services • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Our specialized Vascular Progressive Care Unit is hiring a charge RN. Charge RN will work under the direction of the Nursing Director, works with the Department RN Manager and RN Assistant Manager as a part of the management/leadership team to provide clinical and operational shift supervision of care processes which includes patient flow, exceptional care experiences, quality processes, patient safety, and direction of unit staff in designated service area(s). May provide direct patient care. This unit is dedicated to providing high quality, patient centered care for individuals undergoing cardiothoracic and vascular procedures including surgical interventions as well as general progressive patients. Currently a 24-bed unit, with expansion planned to 36 beds across 2 units. It is a fast-paced setting where patients require 24-hour complex care and continuous cardiac monitoring.

Requirements

• 1 Year Bedside Nursing
• 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
• Manage patient flow
• Ensure exceptional care experiences
• Oversee quality processes
• Ensure patient safety
• Direct unit staff in designated service area(s)
• May provide direct patient care

Benefits

• Educational and career development options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Certification reimbursement
• Scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (wearable badge for discreet help calls)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts
• Differentials for higher education
• Differentials for certifications
• Differentials for various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
• Free on-site and community-based gyms
• Nutrition coaching and classes
• Mindfulness and meditation resources
• Wellness challenges

What This Job Offers

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