Registered Nurse / RN PACU

Ardent Health Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 76,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a day shift, full-time PACU RN to join our team. The RN will provide post-anesthesia care, monitor vitals, and collaborate with surgical staff to ensure safe, high-quality patient recovery.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's degree or Diploma in Nursing, NM nursing licensure (or NM compact license within 90 days), and BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or Diploma of Nursing required.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• NM Nursing license or NM compact license within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS or PALS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and may assist with staff management as assigned.
• May serve as Charge Nurse and be accountable for professional practice.
• Adheres to policies and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, PACU 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:

• 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 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 or PALS

Preferred Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Two years of experience in Surgical Services specialty
• Two years of general nursing experience