RN - Cardiac Specialty Care
About The Position
Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Cardiac Specialty Care team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cardiovascular nursing, a passion for patient care, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. We welcome applications from both new graduates and experienced RNs! New graduates have the opportunity to participate in our mandatory residency program, which includes monthly seminars led by the Nurse Residency Team, peer-to-peer debriefing sessions, support groups/mentoring, and rounding. The Nurse Residency Program is an added benefit designed to support your transition into practice. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/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
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing
- State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License
- BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive assessments of cardiac patients, including monitoring vital signs, heart rhythms, and hemodynamic status.
- Administer medications, including IV drips, anticoagulants, and cardiac medications, as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitor patients for changes in condition, respond to emergencies, and implement appropriate interventions.
- Provide pre- and post-procedural care for patients undergoing cardiac catheterizations, angioplasty, pacemaker insertions, and other cardiac interventions.
- Educate patients and families on managing cardiac conditions, including lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and recognizing warning signs.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including cardiologists, dietitians, physical therapists, and case managers, to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/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
- Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
