Charge Nurse - ICU

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 56,206 - 74,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational and career development options

Staff Safety wearable badge

Night/weekend shift differentials

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness

Wellness program

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking an ICU Charge RN in Clovis, New Mexico. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to grow your nursing career in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include overseeing clinical operations and patient flow while ensuring high-quality care.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of nursing experience, possess an active nursing license in New Mexico, and be committed to pursuing a BSN. The role includes a generous sign-on bonus and various benefits to support staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of nursing experience required.
• State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership during assigned shifts.
• Oversee patient flow, care quality, patient safety.
• Support staff performance and accountability.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Clinical operations supervision

Education

ADN

BSN (expected within 5 years)

Tools

EPIC electronic charting system

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Location Address: 2100 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Clovis, NM 88101-9412

Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $40.80 | Maximum Offer $54.00

Summary: Grow your nursing career with purpose. Presbyterian is hiring an ICU Charge RN to join our team in Clovis, New Mexico, a vibrant community offering small town charm, welcoming neighbors, and easy access to outdoor recreation.

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
• Wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more

Type of Opportunity: Full time. FTE: 0.90. Job Exempt: No. Work Shift: 12 Hour Days.

Responsibilities:

$17,500 Sign On Bonus - Day Shift

The ICU Charge RN provides clinical and operational leadership for the ICU during assigned shifts. Working in partnership with the Nursing Director, RN Manager, and Assistant Manager, this role oversees patient flow, care quality, patient safety, and staff coordination to ensure efficient, patient-centered emergency care. The Charge RN maintains a strong unit presence, supports team performance, and may provide direct patient care as needed.

• Supervise clinical operations and patient flow to ensure safe, timely, and effective care.
• Support staff performance, accountability, and adherence to standards of practice.
• Promote exceptional patient experiences and a safe, high-quality care environment.
• Provide real-time problem solving, communication, and leadership across the unit.
• Deliver direct patient care when needed to support department operations.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum One year of nursing experience required.

Licensure: State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License or Graduate Nurse License required.

Education: Minimum ADN preparation with expectation of BSN completion within 5 years of hire.

Certifications: BLS, ACLS required.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke-free campuses.