Registered Nurse / RN PACU

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a dedicated Recovery Room (PACU) Registered Nurse for day shift, full-time. You will provide direct patient care, monitor vitals, and support postoperative recovery within a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's Degree or Diploma of Nursing, NM RN license, and BLS certification, with ACLS/PALS may be required. Join a culture focused on patient safety and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse 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.

Education

Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

2 years of general nursing experience

2 years of experience in a specialty

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Recovery Room (PACU) Registered Nurse in Albuquerque, NM.

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 Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 263 licensed beds, providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse 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.