Registered Nurse / RN NICU

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a night shift, full-time Neonatal ICU Registered Nurse. You will provide skilled patient care in a high-acuity NICU and may assume Charge Nurse responsibilities, ensuring compliance with policies for patient safety.

Requirements include an Associate or Diploma in Nursing, NM license or NM compact license within 90 days, and BLS within 14 days. ACLS/PALS may be required by the department. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing required.
• Valid NM Nursing license or NM compact license within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire/transfer.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required by Hiring Department.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care and supervise staff as assigned.
• May serve as Charge Nurse and be accountable for professional practice.
• Adhere to policies and procedures to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Night shift nursing

Charge nurse readiness

Patient safety focus

Education

Associate/Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse in Albuquerque, NM.

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. You may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

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:

• Lovelace Women’s Hospital is a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

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) and
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• HIRING DEPARTMENT MAY ALSO REQUIRE ACLS and or PALS

Preferred Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Two (2) years' experience in the specialty
• Two (2) years general nursing experience.