Med/Surg Charge Nurse (Registered Nurse) – Night Shift

Job overview

The Med/Surg Charge Nurse (Registered Nurse) – Night Shift role is an onsite, full-time position in Albuquerque, NM. Compensation is not specified. The role supports Lovelace Women’s Hospital, which includes a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, breast care center, and robotic surgery program. The charge nurse manages nursing practice and patient and staff needs in the assigned area, supports efficient patient flow and operational functions, and serves as a first point of contact for patients, providers, and staff. The role contributes to safe, coordinated care and unit operations.

What you'll do

• Manage nursing practice and the care of patients and staff in the assigned area
• manage patient flow, supplies, and operational functions
• collaborate with unit managers or directors on unit policies, procedures, and protocols
• serve as departmental liaison and first contact for patients, providers, and staff
• follow policies and regulations to support compliance and patient safety.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

med/surg

charge nurse

registered nurse

albuquerque nm

lovelace health system

night shift

patient flow

nursing leadership

patient safety

cpr

bls

new mexico nursing license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, wellness and financial resources, and possible relocation assistance.

Why this role

May be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 and relocation assistance. Requires an associate degree or nursing diploma, CPR, BLS within 14 days and before direct care, and a New Mexico or compact nursing license within 90 days of hire.

About the employer

Lovelace Health System is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.