Charge Nurse / RN Med Surg

Overview

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $16,000. You may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Med/Surg Charge Nurse in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. • People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. • Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Westside Hospital provides care to Albuquerque’s Westside and Rio Rancho, including a 24-hour emergency department and a wide range of inpatient and outpatient surgical capabilities such as Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), bariatric and orthopedic service lines.

Learn About A Day in the Life of a Med-Surg RN:

Responsibilities

• The Charge RN is 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.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or Diploma of Nursing • One year of Charge Nurse experience in hospital setting OR more than one year of clinical or management experience • 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);

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing. • National Certification in clinical specialty care. • The Charge RN is 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.

Job Requirements:

• Associate's degree or Diploma of Nursing • One year of Charge Nurse experience in hospital setting OR more than one year of clinical or management experience • 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);

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing. • National Certification in clinical specialty care.