Charge Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical / Full-Time / Nights

Company: Lovelace Women's Hospital
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: October 14, 2021

Job Description:

Charge Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical, Full-Time, Nights, Albuquerque, NM We are looking for a Charge Registered Nurse to join our Medical Surgical team in Albuquerque, NM. This full-time 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. Charge 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. Leads day to day operations in achievement of department goals. Charge Registered Nurse Education and Experience Requirements: Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing, RN program required BSN preferred Valid NM Nursing license or NM compact license (within 90 days of hire) Current BLS; required certifications for the area of practice National certification in area of clinical specialty preferred One year of clinical leadership experience preferred Why Lovelace? International Board Certified Lactation Consultant® (IBCLC) Care Award, 2020 “A” grade from Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, 2019-2020 Healthgrades 2020 Specialty Excellence Awards: Pulmonology Care Excellence, 2020; Patient Safety Excellence, 2018 New Mexico Hospital Association/American Hospital Association Quest for Excellence Award, 2019 2018 MOREOB Recognition Award for commitment and outstanding performance in the application of knowledge and teamwork through their involvement with the MOREOB ™ quality improvement program Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Breast Centers, 2015-2021 Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety, 2016-2019 Lovelace is a drug-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Keywords: Lovelace Women's Hospital, Albuquerque , Charge Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical / Full-Time / Nights, Other , Albuquerque, New Mexico