Clinic LPN - Competitive Pay, PTO & Growth

Community Health Systems; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Pecos Valley Family Clinic to provide direct patient care in an outpatient setting under supervision of licensed practitioners.

The role includes administering medications, patient assessment, documentation in EMR, and collaboration with providers to support care plans. Requires 0-2 years of clinical experience and state LPN/LVN license.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in direct patient care, including medications and diagnostics.
• Strong verbal and written communication with patients and teams.
• Knowledge of electronic medical record systems and HIPAA/privacy practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake, document symptoms/history/vital signs in EMR.
• Administer medications via oral, inhalation, or injection routes and assist procedures.
• Conduct diagnostic tests (EKG, basic labs) and document results.
• Educate patients on treatment plans and preventive care.
• Maintain infection control and safe clinic environments.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication

EMR documentation

Infection control

Critical thinking

Time management

Empathy

Job description

Community Health Systems in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Pecos Valley Family Clinic to provide direct patient care in an outpatient setting under supervision of licensed practitioners.

The role includes administering medications, patient assessment, documentation in EMR, and collaboration with providers to support care plans. Requires 0-2 years of clinical experience and state LPN/LVN license.