Charge Nurse - Vascular Cardiac Step Down

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a Charge RN for its specialized Vascular Progressive Care Unit. This role is an opportunity for a skilled nurse to take a first step into leadership. Under the direction of the Nursing Director, the Charge RN works with the Department RN Manager and RN Assistant Manager as part of the management and leadership team, providing clinical and operational shift supervision of care processes. This includes patient flow, care experiences, quality processes, patient safety, and directing 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 environment where patients need complex care around the clock and continuous cardiac monitoring. The unit currently has 24 beds, with expansion planned to 36 beds across two units.

This is a full-time, 0.90 FTE position working 12-hour day shifts. The position is based at 1100 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930.

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 the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational shift supervision of care processes.
• Support patient flow and exceptional care experiences.
• Oversee quality processes and patient safety.
• Direct unit staff in designated service areas.
• Work with the Department RN Manager and RN Assistant Manager as part of the management and leadership team.
• May provide direct patient care.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Staff Safety wearable badge that enables nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern.
• Differentials for night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and various lead roles, for eligible positions.
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• EPIC electronic charting system.
• Wellness program with 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