Licensed Practical Nurse

Addus HomeCare, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Addus HomeCare, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our growing home health team. You will provide direct patient care, implement plans of care, and document activities accurately in the patient chart.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, coordination with the care team, and adherence to aseptic techniques. A valid NM LPN license and CPR certification are required, with reliable transportation to patients' homes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has at least three years nursing experience; home health or medical/surgical preferred.
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the state.
• CPR certification is current.
• Must have reliable transportation, driver's license, and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care in line with the Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements the plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Maintains timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Educates patients and families on self-care and diagnosis-related information.
• Coordinates home health services with other disciplines and reports needs to the RN or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses equipment per aseptic technique and safety standards.
• Participates in professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the RN.
• Delivers health care instructions per assessment and plan of care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Plan of care implementation

Documentation accuracy

Patient and family education

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

CPR certification

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 Albuquerque, 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
• Mileage reimbursement
• 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

Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.