Charge Nurse - Emergency Department

Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: March 24, 2025

Job Description:

Overview: Presbyterian is seeking a Charge Nurse for the Emergency Department (ED) who is responsible for leading and managing the daily operations of the unit. This role involves ensuring the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and compassionate care to patients with urgent and emergent medical conditions. The Charge Nurse will oversee a team of nurses and support staff, coordinating patient care activities and ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and best practices. Type of Opportunity: Full Time (0.9 FTE/36 hours per week) Work Schedule: 12 Hour Days Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. --- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities --- Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) --- Shift differentials for nights and weekends --- Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles --- Malpractice liability insurance --- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department --- EPIC electronic charting system Qualifications: --- Associate Degree in Nursing --- State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License --- BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire --- ACLS --- PALS --- Minimum One year of nursing experience required

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of nursing staff in the Emergency Department.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and timely patient care.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to provide immediate and comprehensive care.
• Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment, addressing any staff concerns or issues promptly. Benefits: We'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. Presbyterian is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone is valued and empowered for success. We believe that our environment should reflect the diversity of our community. About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised 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 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 640,000 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. Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $54.00/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer: The 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.

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