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 Details

• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nights
• Shift Options: 36 or 48 hours per week
• Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Weekend Requirement: As needed, rotating
• Float Requirement: Yes
• On Call Requirement: None
• Block Scheduling: Case by case
• Unit Size: 55 beds
• Specialty Experience: Cardiovascular experience required

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in New Mexico
• Minimum 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Documentation & Compliance Requirements

• Background Check: 7-year check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Education Verification: Must verify highest level of education
• Fingerprinting: Required onsite during orientation (New Mexico placements only)
• Physical Exam: Within 12 months of start
• Fit Mask Test: Within 1 year of start, must be renewed annually
• Immunizations/Vaccinations:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted
  • Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or physician-documented history required
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start

Additional Information

• Documentation system used: EPIC
• Scrub color: Any (no logo)
• References: Not required for clearance but 2 professional references recommended for travel/per diem acute care
• Skills Checklist: Unit-specific skills checklist required annually
• Work History Verification: 7 years required

This position offers an opportunity to work in a cardiovascular-focused PCU with flexible scheduling and support for first-time travel nurses.