Charge Nurse - Operating Room
Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Rio Rancho
Posted on: February 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Address: 2400 Unser Blvd , Rio Rancho, New Mexico
87124, United States of America Compensation Pay Range: Minimum
Offer $: 40.8 Maximum Offer for this position is up to $: 54
Summary: Lead the way as a Charge Nurse in our Operating Room at
Rust Medical Center! You’ll oversee daily operations, ensure smooth
patient flow, and guide your team to deliver exceptional care. This
leadership role combines clinical expertise with operational
oversight—and yes, you may still provide hands-on patient care when
needed. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational
and career development options, including tuition and certification
reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable
badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help
when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts,
higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for
eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan
forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department •
EPIC electronic charting system Type of Opportunity: Full time FTE:
1 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States
of America) Responsibilities: Are you ready to lead with confidence
and compassion? As a Charge Nurse in our operating room at Rust
Medical Center. In this role you’ll be a vital part of our
leadership team—working alongside the Nursing Director, RN Manager,
and RN Assistant Manager to keep everything running smoothly. In
this role, you’ll: - Guide and support your team during each shift,
ensuring exceptional patient care and safety. - Coordinate patient
flow and maintain quality processes for an outstanding care
experience. - Champion excellence by promoting best practices and
fostering a positive, collaborative environment. - Step in to
provide direct patient care when needed—because you lead by
example. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a
difference every day in a fast-paced surgical setting where your
leadership truly matters. Sign on bonuses and relocation benefits
for qualified candidates Qualifications: - Associate Degree in
Nursing - State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License -
BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire - ACLS certification
REQUIRED at time of hire - PALS certification REQUIRED at time of
hire - At least 1 year of OR Experience Preferred We're all about
well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access
to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free
on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes,
mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits. About Presbyterian
Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of
patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally
owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a
statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group.
Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private
employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600
providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than
580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid
(Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED.
PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free
campuses. Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this
role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not
limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other
business and organizational needs. We're Determined to Support New
Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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