Registered Nurse / RN Post Surgical

Ardent Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Ardent is seeking a Post Surgical Registered Nurse for the night shift in Albuquerque, NM. This full-time role includes potential sign-on bonuses up to $15,000 and relocation assistance. Join a people-first environment focused on high-quality patient care and professional growth.

The RN will provide bedside care, collaborate with surgical teams, and ensure adherence to policies and patient safety standards within a dynamic post-surgical unit.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing is 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 and prior to providing direct patient care.
• DEPARTMENT MAY ALSO REQUIRE ACLS and or PALS.

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.

Skills

Patient care

Team coordination

Policy compliance

Education

Associate’s Degree or Diploma of Nursing

NM Nursing license or NM compact license

BLS certification

ACLS and/or PALS certification

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Post Surgical Registered Nurse in Albuquerque, NM.

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000. You may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:We prioritize your well-being with 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.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a Med-Surg RN:

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.