Licensed Practical Nurse

Ambercare; Belen; On-site; TRY 1,937,000 - 2,369,000; Full time

Job summary

A home health care provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join its growing team in Belen, NM. The role involves providing direct patient care, implementing care plans from registered nurses, and ensuring accurate documentation. Qualifications include graduation from an accredited nursing program, three years of experience, and a valid nursing license. This position offers a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a retirement plan.

Benefits

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)

401(k) retirement plan with generous company match

Generous time off accruals

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

Work/life balance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has three years nursing experience, preferably in community/home health or medical/surgical.
• Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation and appropriate automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care from the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and educates patients and families on self-care techniques.
• Coordinates home health services as needed.

Job description

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Licensed Practical Nurse to come join our rapidly growing team in Belen, NM.

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability), effective on the first of the month
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You’ll Do:

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self‑care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
• Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance