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

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PCU Nights)

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: PCU (Progressive Care Unit) Nights
• Shift Options: 36 or 48 hours per week
• Unit Size: 55 beds
• Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Weekend Requirement: As needed, rotating
• Float Requirement: Yes
• On Call Requirement: None
• Block Scheduling: Case by case
• Documentation System: EPIC
• Scrub Color: Any (no logo)
• Cardiovascular experience required

Required Experience

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years preferred (will consider 1+ years)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (1st time travelers accepted)

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Registered Nurse license valid in New Mexico
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) preferred
• Other certifications as applicable: PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, MAB, NIH Stroke Certification (if applicable)

Required Qualifications & Compliance

• Physical Exam within 12 months of start
• Fit Mask Test within 1 year of start (must renew annually)
• Adult TDAP vaccine within 10 years of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start
• Required immunizations or titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 90 days of start
• Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification and transcript/diploma as needed
• Fingerprinting required onsite during orientation (New Mexico placements only)
• Photo for badge required
• Completion of skills checklist annually
• Work history verification for 7 years

Additional Details

• Local travelers accepted
• Certification requirements and competencies must be met as applicable
• Orientation and safety manual acknowledgement required
• Documentation and compliance with facility-specific policies mandatory

This position offers a great opportunity for RNs with cardiovascular experience looking for a travel contract in a progressive care unit setting with flexible scheduling options.