A Level III Trauma Center in Farmington is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its Cardiology/Progressive Care Unit. Serving patients from New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah, this 198-bed facility provides advanced cardiovascular and acute care services to communities throughout the Four Corners region.
Position Overview
The Cardiology/PCU Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care to patients requiring close monitoring and advanced cardiac management. This role involves caring for individuals with complex cardiovascular conditions, including STEMI, Non-STEMI, stroke, post-catheterization recovery, and alcohol withdrawal. The position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment where strong assessment skills and clinical decision-making are essential.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients within the Cardiology and Progressive Care Unit.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and identify changes in patient condition.
• Provide care for patients recovering from cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and recovery expectations.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Support patient safety initiatives and evidence-based nursing practices.
Qualifications
• Associate Degree in Nursing or higher required.
• Current Registered Nurse license required.
• Minimum of 1 year of Intermediate Care (IMC) or Cardiology nursing experience required.
• Two years of IMC or Cardiology experience preferred.
• Strong cardiac assessment, monitoring, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to provide care in a high-acuity clinical environment.
Schedule
• Day shift
• 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Benefits
• Sign-on bonus available
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to work within a nationally accredited cardiovascular care environment
• Collaborative and supportive clinical team
• Comprehensive benefits package