ICU Critical Care RN — Lead, Educate and Improve Outcomes

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) in Critical Care to deliver evidence-based care to critically ill patients and oversee LVNs and nursing assistants.

The role supports education, orientation, competencies, and quality improvement initiatives, demonstrating leadership in holistic, collaborative care across settings. Ideal candidates will have an accredited nursing program background, current RN licensure, and proficiency in English for direct

Qualifications

• English language proficiency for direct patient care.
• Graduate from an approved nursing program with proper licensure.
• Current, full, active RN license in a US state or territory.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based, critical care to high‑risk patients.
• Oversee LVNs and nursing assistants and coordinate care.
• Support education, orientation, competencies and quality initiatives.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Clinical leadership

Education and training

Education

Approved nursing program (ACEN/CCNE)

RN licensure in US state

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) in Critical Care to deliver evidence-based care to critically ill patients and oversee LVNs and nursing assistants.

The role supports education, orientation, competencies, and quality improvement initiatives, demonstrating leadership in holistic, collaborative care across settings. Ideal candidates will have an accredited nursing program background, current RN licensure, and proficiency in English for direct