Registered Nurse / RN Med Surg

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Overview:

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

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $16,000. 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, 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.

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.

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What does success look like in this role, and how is it measured?

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Can you describe the team dynamic and the company culture?

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What are the biggest challenges facing the person in this role right now?

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How does the company support work-life balance and employee well-being??

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