First Year Registered Nurse / RN IMC

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a day shift, full-time Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) Registered Nurse in Albuquerque, NM. You will provide professional nursing care, collaborate with the care team, and support patient safety and compliance with policies.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate’s degree or Diploma of Nursing, NM license, and BLS; ACLS/PALS may be required. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree and 2 years in the IMC or similar.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or Diploma of Nursing is required.
• Valid NM Nursing license or NM compact license within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care and be accountable for patient care and staff in charge.
• May serve as Charge Nurse and oversee nursing practice.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure patient safety.

Skills

NM Nursing license

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS (may be required)

Education

Associate’s degree or Diploma of Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) Registered 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:

• 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 performing left ventricular aortic device (LVAD) implant and a state-of-the‑art hybrid operating room.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the practice of Professional Nursing, to include patient care and staff management assigned to the RN in his/her charge.
• May serve in the role of Charge Nurse and is accountable for professional practice.
• Adheres to policies and procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or Diploma of Nursing
• Valid NM Nursing license or NM compact license (within 90 days of hire)
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• HIRING DEPARTMENT MAY ALSO REQUIRE ACLS and or PALS

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Two (2) years of experience in the specialty
• 2 years of general nursing experience.