Lead RN, Surgical Acute Care (3A)

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Mexico VA Health Care System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 3A Surgical Acute Care Service. This full-time role requires delivering patient-centered nursing care and collaborates with the surgical team in a fast-paced environment.

The position demands current RN licensure, graduation from an approved nursing program, and English proficiency for direct patient care. Training and advancement opportunities are offered within the VA system.

Qualifications

• English proficiency for direct patient care per 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with valid state licensure.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in the United States.
• Bridge program/ BSN/MSN eligibility considerations for licensure in some pathways.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fundamental, knowledge-based care to assigned clients.
• Develop clinical competencies and provide direct patient care.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to support the 3A Surgical Acute Care Service.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

ACEN/CCNE-accredited nursing program graduate

Current US RN license

Bridge program BSN/MSN eligibility

Job description

The New Mexico VA Health Care System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 3A Surgical Acute Care Service. This full-time role requires delivering patient-centered nursing care and collaborates with the surgical team in a fast-paced environment.

The position demands current RN licensure, graduation from an approved nursing program, and English proficiency for direct patient care. Training and advancement opportunities are offered within the VA system.