Rapid Admission Registered Nurse

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Rapid Admission unit. In this fast-paced role you will triage and admit patients, perform comprehensive assessments, and initiate care plans while coordinating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe transitions to inpatient units.

You will administer medications, monitor patient status, respond to emergencies, and provide patient and family education.

Qualifications

• RN license and current BLS/ACLS as required.
• Ability to assess and plan care for acutely ill patients.
• Strong communication with physicians and care teams.

Responsibilities

• Triage and admit patients to Rapid Admission unit.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and initiate care plans.
• Coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams for safe transitions.
• Administer medications and monitor patient status.
• Respond to emergencies and educate patients and families.

Job description

Lovelace Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Rapid Admission unit in Albuquerque, NM. In this fast-paced role, you will triage and admit patients, perform comprehensive assessments, initiate care plans, and coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient transitions to inpatient units. The RN will administer medications, monitor patient status, respond to emergencies, and provide patient and family education. We offer a mission-driven, patient-focused environment with opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and continuous learning across diverse clinical settings.