RN - ICU

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Safety badge program

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness program

EPIC charting system training

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for the ICU. The 12-hour night shift requires a valid New Mexico nursing license, BLS, and a compassionate approach to care for acutely ill patients.

The role emphasizes high-level critical thinking, patient monitoring, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Benefits include tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, professional development, staff safety features, malpractice

Qualifications

• Active State of New Mexico nursing license (or Compact license)
• BLS certification required at time of hire
• 1 year Telemetry RN experience preferred
• CCRN certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' vital signs and overall condition
• Administer medications and IV therapies
• Lead emergency responses in critical situations
• Assist with diagnostics and interpretation of tests
• Operate ICU equipment and document care
• Collaborate with physicians and therapists
• Provide family support and education
• Adhere to infection control protocols

Skills

Telemetry experience

RN patient care

Critical thinking

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Location Address:1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930Compensation Pay Range:Minimum Offer $39.69 Maximum Offer $58.17Summary:Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses for the ICU who understand the importance of attention to detail and possess high-level critical thinking skills for acutely and critically ill patients.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)• Malpractice liability insurance• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department• EPIC electronic charting systemType of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 0.90 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)Responsibilities:We are seeking an exceptional Registered Nurse RN to join our Intensive Care Unit ICU team. In this role, you will do more than manage complex clinical tasks—you will serve as a pillar of comfort and human connection for patients and families during their most vulnerable moments. If you naturally combine high-level clinical expertise with deep empathy, we want to hear from you.• Patient Monitoring: Continuously assess and monitor patients’ vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition.• Medication Administration: Deliver medications and treatments as prescribed, including IV therapy and sedation.• Emergency Response: Act swiftly in life-saving situations such as cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, or shock.• Diagnostic Support: Assist with and interpret diagnostic tests like blood work, imaging, and EKGs.• Medical Equipment Operation: Manage ventilators, infusion pumps, and other critical care devices.• Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes.• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.• Family Support: Provide emotional support and education to patients’ families about conditions and treatments.• Infection Control: Follow strict protocols to prevent the spread of infection in the ICU environment.Interested in learning more, schedule a time to chat with a recruiter.Qualifications:• Associate Degree in Nursing• State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License• BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire• 1 year of Telemetry and RN experience highly Preferred• CCRN preferredWe're all about well-being, starting with yours.Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.Learn more about our employee benefits.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.Compensation DisclaimerThe compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services