Charge Nurse RN/ CVICU/ Full Time/ Nights

Company: Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical C
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: November 20, 2020

Job Description:

Charge Nurse RN, CVICU), Full-Time, Nights, Albuquerque, NM

We are looking for a Charge Nurse RN to join out CVICU in Albuquerque, NM.

This full time job is located at Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center is New Mexico's only hospital dedicated exclusively to cardiovascular care, including the State's only facility to do left ventricular aortic device (LVAD) implant, and a cutting-edge hybrid operation room where surgeons can perform advanced surgical services for cardiovascular patients.

Charge Nurse RN Responsibilities:

* Responsible and accountable for the practice of Professional Nursing, including leadership of the patient care and staff during assigned shifts, for the department in his/her charge.

* Supports the mission, values, goals and strategic direction of the unit, hospital and system.

* 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.

* Leads day to day operations in achievement of department goals.

Charge Nurse RN Education and Experience Job Requirements:

* Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing , RN program required

* Minimum: Associates Degree or Diploma of Nursing, BSN preferred

* Valid NM Nursing license or NM compact license (within 90 days of hire)

* Required certifications for the area of practice

* National Certification in area of clinical specialty preferred

* One year of clinical leadership experience preferred

Why Lovelace?

* American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline Heart Attack Receiving Center Accreditation

* Chest Pain Center Accreditation by Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care

* American College of Cardiology's NCDR ACTION Registry- GWTG Silver Performance Award

* Hybrid room finalist for NAIOP Awards of Excellence

Lovelace is a drug-free employer with smoke free campuses.

ID: 17618

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class..

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