We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its Cardiology/Progressive Care Unit. Serving patients from New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah, this 198-bed facility provides advanced cardiovascular and acute care services to communities throughout the Four Corners region.
Position Overview
The Cardiology/PCU Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care to patients requiring close monitoring and advanced cardiac management. This role involves caring for individuals with complex cardiovascular conditions, including STEMI, Non-STEMI, stroke, post-catheterization recovery, and alcohol withdrawal. The position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment where strong assessment skills and clinical decision-making are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients within the Cardiology and Progressive Care Unit.
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and identify changes in patient condition.
- Provide care for patients recovering from cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
- Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and recovery expectations.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Support patient safety initiatives and evidence-based nursing practices.
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Nursing or higher required.
- Current Registered Nurse license required.
- Minimum of 1 year of Intermediate Care (IMC) or Cardiology nursing experience required.
- Two years of IMC or Cardiology experience preferred.
- Strong cardiac assessment, monitoring, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to provide care in a high-acuity clinical environment.
Schedule
- Day shift
- 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Opportunity to work within a nationally accredited cardiovascular care environment
- Collaborative and supportive clinical team
- Comprehensive benefits package
Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology / Progressive Unit in albuquerque at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $75,660–$123,760
For context, most registered nurses earn between $75,660–$123,760 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.