Registered Nurse / RN PACU

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

Job summary

Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM, part of Ardent Health Services, is seeking a day shift, full-time Recovery Room (PACU) Registered Nurse. The role focuses on exceptional patient care and coordinating perioperative recovery in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s or Diploma in Nursing with NM licensure, BLS, and ACLS/PALS as needed, plus readiness to join a collaborative team delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or diploma in nursing is required.
• NM nursing license or NM compact license within 90 days.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required by department.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients.
• May serve as Charge Nurse and oversee staff.
• Ensure compliance with policies and patient safety.

Skills

Patient care

Staff management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

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