Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Albuquerque, NM
Access Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Unit: PCU Nights (Progressive Care Unit)
• Shift Options: 36 or 48 hours per week
• Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Weekend Requirement: As needed, rotating
• Float Requirement: Yes
• On Call: None
• Block Scheduling: Case by case
• Unit Size: 55 beds
• Specialty Experience Required: Cardiovascular experience required
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years preferred (will consider 1+ years)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers accepted
• Scrub Color: Any (no logo)
• Documentation System: EPIC

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) preferred
• PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, Management of Assaultive Behavior, NIH Stroke Certification as applicable
• State License verification and NURSYS verification required

Competencies & Testing

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (80% passing or meet/exceed Angoff score)
• Color Blind Testing (online)
• Competency Exams as applicable
• Core HIPAA and safety manual acknowledgements

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 12 months of start
• Fit Mask Test within 1 year of start (annual renewal required)
• Adult TDAP vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
• Hepatitis B immunity or declination
• Varicella immunity or vaccination
• Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 90 days
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• COVID-19 Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted)

Background & Documentation Requirements

• 7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks upon hire
• Education verification (highest level) required
• Fingerprinting required onsite during orientation (New Mexico placements only)
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID
• I9 and E-Verify compliance
• Clear headshot photo for badge
• Employment application and resume required
• 7-year work history verification required

Additional Information

• Weekend and float requirements apply
• Block scheduling handled on a case-by-case basis
• Documentation and credentialing must be completed prior to start
• Orientation and EPIC training available pending fingerprint clearance

This position is ideal for RNs with cardiovascular experience looking for a travel contract in New Mexico with flexible scheduling options and a supportive team environment.