Registered Nurse / RN CVICU

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Lovelace Health System is seeking a CVICU RN for night shift in Albuquerque, NM. The RN will provide specialized cardiovascular care, coordinate with the care team, and ensure patient safety and high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced ICU setting.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing, NM nursing license (or compact), and BLS with potential ACLS/PALS. Sign-on and relocation assistance are available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing 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 into the role.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required by the department.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients in CVICU as part of a nursing team.
• May serve as Charge Nurse and supervise staff as needed.
• Adhere to policies and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS

NM Nursing License

Night shift experience

Education

Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000. You may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) RN 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.
• DEPARTMENT MAY ALSO REQUIRE ACLS and or PALS

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• 2 years of experience in a specialty
• 2 years of general nursing experience.