ICU Charge Nurse RN - Night Shift | $15K Sign-On

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Relocation assistance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Lovelace Health System seeks a Night Shift ICU Charge Nurse in Albuquerque, NM. The role leads patient flow, staffing, and clinical operations in a busy ICU, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to policies.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing, 1 year of Charge Nurse experience, CPR and BLS with timely certification, and a NM nursing license (or NM compact). This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing.
• One (1) year of Charge Nurse experience in hospital setting OR more than one year of clinical or management experience.
• CPR;
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Valid NM Nursing license or NM compact license (within 90 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• The Charge RN is responsible and accountable for the practice of Professional Nursing, including the nursing management of the patient and staff of assigned area in his/her charge.
• 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.

Skills

Charge Nurse experience

CPR

BLS

Education

Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing

Tools

NM nursing license or NM compact license

Job description

Lovelace Health System seeks a Night Shift ICU Charge Nurse in Albuquerque, NM. The role leads patient flow, staffing, and clinical operations in a busy ICU, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to policies.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing, 1 year of Charge Nurse experience, CPR and BLS with timely certification, and a NM nursing license (or NM compact). This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus and relocation support.