PCU Registered Nurse
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Lovelace Medical Center

Registered Nurse – PCU (Progressive Care Unit) Nights

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

Job Details

• Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 18:30 to 7:00)
• Hours per week: 36
• Unit size: 55 beds
• Patient ratio: 1 nurse to 4 patients
• Weekend requirement: As needed, rotating schedule
• Float requirement: Yes
• On-call: None
• Block scheduling: Case by case
• Cardiovascular experience required
• Scrub color: Any (no logo)

Required Qualifications

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

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start; must be renewed annually (fit test done onsite)
• Immunizations/vaccinations required with proper documentation (no history-only records accepted):

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test (2-step PPD, QGOLD, or TSPOT) within 1 year
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters required if negative/equivocal
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted
  • Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or physician-documented chickenpox history
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); declinations not accepted
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start

Background & Documentation Requirements

• 7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required upon hire
• Education verification with highest level of education confirmed; transcript/diploma accepted as placeholder if needed
• Fingerprinting required onsite during orientation (New Mexico placements only); must be redone for every new contract
• Valid driver’s license or state ID required
• Photo for badge required
• Employment application/resume required
• 7-year work history verification required

Additional Notes

• Weekend and float requirements apply
• No on-call duties
• Block scheduling handled on a case-by-case basis
• Behavioral health nurses require specific CEUs (not applicable unless specified)

This position offers night shifts in a cardiovascular progressive care unit with a focus on experienced registered nurses who meet licensure, certification, and health compliance standards.