Clinical Nurse Manager (RN) Critical Care / Full-time
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Rio Rancho
Posted on: March 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Description POSITION SUMMARY:Is responsible for daily clinical
operations of the Critical Care Unit, Telemetry.Coordinates all
work and call scheduling efforts of the CVIR nurses.Is accountable
for all orientation and training of the associates regarding best
practice process and procedures. Develops and implements best
practices from across CHRISTUS Health within CV Service Line that
will assist the organization in meeting or exceeding productivity,
caregiver engagement, financial, quality and patient loyalty target
outcomes. Establishes infrastructure required to communicate with
multiple physicians and staff to meet the needs of the
Cardiovascular Service Line. Works directly with the Clinical
Director of Critical Care Services to expand and enhance all
service lines as appropriate.This position requires the full
understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of
CHRISTUS St Vincent. It is expected that the associate demonstrate
behavior consistent with the Core Values. He/she shall support
CHRISTUS St Vincent's strategic plan and the goals and direction of
the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).Requirements
DUCATION:Graduate of an accredited program for Registered
Nursing.BSN preferred.CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:R.N. with current New
Mexico State license.BLS, ACLS and other certification as
applicable to area.National certification in area of expertise is
preferred.SKILLS:Strong clinical and leadership skillsFacilitating
interdisciplinary team collaborationStrong nursing knowledge and
clinical skillsEffective communication skills (verbal and
written)Strong analytical skillsAbility to problem solve; ability
to appropriately confront issuesAbility to motivate others as
individuals and as a teamAbility to plan, organize, direct, and
manage the activities of othersAbility to effectively run meetings
and to negotiate deadlinesAbility to communicate with a wide
variety of audiencesExperience in dealing with physicians on an
administrative level and ability to work collaboratively with
medical staff members and leadershipEXPERIENCE:Minimum of 5 years
of experience in clinical role in progressive care services.Two
years progressive management experience.NATURE OF
SUPERVISION:-Responsible to:Director, Critical Care- Responsible
for:Critical Care Unit, TelemetryENVIRONMENT:Bloodborne
pathogen:AWorks in a clean, well-lighted, ventilated smoke-free
environment.-Bloodborne pathogen -B .Exposure to infectious
diseases and x-rays. Exposure to varying unpredictable
situations.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Multiple simultaneous activities
of patient care. Must be able to handle emergency/crisis
situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking.
Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Occasionally
positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing
and visual acuity within normal limits. May be required to lift,
push, pull or carry up to 50 lbs. Subject to stressful professional
relationships.Working hours vary, with flexibility due to
unexpected changes in schedule and emergencies.
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