Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $28-45 per hour

Company: Lovelace Health System
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Lovelace Health System is seeking a ICU - Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse (RN) for a nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Permanent
  OverviewCharge Registered Nurse RN, Intensive Care Unit ICU, Full Time, DaysWe are looking for a Charge Registered Nurse to join our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Team in Albuquerque, NM.--This job is located at Lovelace Women's Hospital, the first and only hospital in New Mexico dedicated to women's health, offers a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, a natural birthing center, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation. ResponsibilitiesCharge Registered Nurse Job 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. QualificationsCharge Registered Nurse Education and Experience Requirements:
    • Graduation from and accredited school of Nursing, RN program required; BSN preferred
    • One year of clinical leadership experience preferred
    • Valid NM RN License or valid multi-state compact license
    • BLS; ACLS and PALS may be required by hiring department
    • Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality
    • Management skills
    • Strong organization and problem solving skills
    • Works well in a team setting
    • Communicates effectively both orally and in writingWhy Lovelace?
      • International Board Certified lactation Consultant-- (IBCLC) Care Award, 2020
      • "A" grade from Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, 2019-2021
      • Healthgrades 2020 Specialty Excellence Awards: Pulmonology Care Excellence, 2020
      • New Mexico Hospital Association/American Hospital Association Quest For Excellence award, General acute Hospital, 2019, 2021
      • Women's Choice award for America's Best Breast Centers, 2015-2022
      • Women's Choice Award for America's Best Hospitals for Patient Safety, 2016-2019
      • Women's Choice Award for America's Best Hospitals for Obstetrics, 2021-2022
      • Women's Choice award for America's Best Mammogram Imaging Center, 2021-2022Lovelace is a drug-free employer with smoke free campuses.About Lovelace Health SystemArdent Health Services--prides itself in--quality health care--by--investing in--people, technology, facilities and--communities, to--produce--extraordinary results.----To date, those investments total more than $1.4 billion since 2001. From newly constructed facilities and expanded services to lifesaving technology and outstanding opportunities for employees, Ardent is committed to providing its hospitals and clinics the tools they need to succeed.--Recapitalized and supported by the financial strength of Ventas, Inc., an S&P 500 company and leading real estate investment trust, and Equity Group Investments, a private investment firm founded by Sam Zell more than 45 years ago, Ardent is expanding its network and bringing its unique combination of resources and proven management expertise to new communities.---------Ardent includes: 4,718 licensed beds,--More--than 1,000 employed providers,--and--$3 billion in revenues.-------Healthcare systems within Ardent include:-------BSA Health System--- Amarillo,--Texas---------Seton Medical Center--- Harker Heights,--Texas-------Hillcrest Healthcare System - Oklahoma--(8 Hospitals) - Hillcrest Medical Center, Hillcrest Hospital South, Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital, Bailey Medical Center, Hillcrest Hospital Cushing, Hillcrest Hospital Claremore, Hillcrest Hospital Henryetta, Hillcrest Hospital Pryor-------Lovelace Health System - Albuquerque, New Mexico--(5 Hospitals) ---Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Lovelace Regional Hospital-------UT Health - East Texas--(9 Hospitals):--UT Health,--Tyler, UT Health North Campus--Tyler, UT Health East Texas--Long-Term Acute Care, UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation--Center, UT Health Athens, UT Health Carthage, UT Health Henderson, UT Health Jacksonville, UT Health Pittsburg-------Americas Division-----Hackensack Meridian Health - Mountainside Medical Center (Montclair, New Jersey) and Pascack Valley Medical Center (Westwood, New Jersey)--The University of Kansas Health System, St. Francis--Campus--(Topeka, Kansas)----Portneuf Medical Center--(Pocatello, Idaho)--Benefits
        • Continuing Education
        • Vision benefits
        • Employee assistance programs
        • Dental benefits
        • Life insurance
        • Discount program
        • 401k retirement plan
        • Wellness and fitness programs
        • Medical benefits

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