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Charge Nurse - Cardiac Step Down — Presbyterian Healthcare Services | Nursing Mastery

RNCardiac Step DownTelemetryCardiologyProgressive Care

Posted Jul 13, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 14, 2026

What this might mean for you

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $89k–$118k a year.

About this role

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. The unit is a 38-bed unit committed to providing the highest level of care using a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. Provides patient-focused, specialized care to patients requiring telemetry monitoring for various cardiovascular disorders, including cardiac arrhythmias and heart failure. Patients recovering from myocardial infarction, coronary intervention, pacemaker implantation and electrophysiology procedures are also cared for on this unit. Approximately 50% regular progressive care-type patients. Comprehensive, professional patient care is provided during the inpatient stay, followed by personalized discharge planning to meet outpatient needs.

Skills for this role

telemetry monitoringdischarge planning

Requirements

Minimum one year of nursing experience required
Associate Degree in Nursing minimum from an accredited academic nursing program
State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License
BLS certification required at time of hire
ACLS certification
PALS certification
Specialty certifications in area of practice preferred
12 hour shift

Benefits

Educational and career development options
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Scholarship opportunities
Staff Safety wearable badge
Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and lead roles
Malpractice liability insurance
Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
EPIC electronic charting system

About the employer

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Hospital

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Founded in 1908, it is the state's largest private employer with more than 11,000 employees. The system comprises eight hospitals, a statewide health plan (Presbyterian…

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Living in Albuquerque, NM

Nestled in the high desert along the Rio Grande, Albuquerque blends Southwestern culture with a sunny, four-season climate. The Sandia Mountains frame the skyline to the east, while historic Old Town offers adobe architecture and local shops. A relaxed pace and diverse medical facilities make it an appealing option for nurses seeking a distinctive Southwestern lifestyle.

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$42.69–$56.55/hr

Posted pay · approx. $89k–$118k/yr

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