Licensed Practical Nurse – Central NM

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver compassionate care at Central NM CF in Los Lunas, NM. You will work under RNs and medical providers, administering meds, assessing patients, and supporting a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and healing for a vulnerable population and offers comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted LPN license in the state of practice.
• 1–2 years of nursing experience; correctional experience preferred.
• Active CPR certification.
• Strong clinical and communication skills; adaptability in high-pressure settings.
• Compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Assist with activities of daily living and therapeutic interventions.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient conditions.
• Provide wound care and change dressings.
• Support documentation and care planning.
• Promote hygiene, sanitation, and a safe environment.

Skills

CPR certification

Clinical communication

Compassionate care

High-pressure adaptability

Education

Active LPN license (unrestricted)

Job description

POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse

SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for day, evening, and night shifts

FACILITY: Central NM CF

LOCATION: Los Lunas, NM

Are you ready for a nursing role where your care has a lasting impact, and your compassion is felt every day?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation’s largest correctional healthcare providers, serving justice-involved patients for over 30 years. Many of our patients are receiving their first experience with quality, compassionate care—and it starts with you.

Position Summary

As an LPN at our facility, you’ll play a hands-on role in delivering care to a vulnerable population under the guidance of RNs and medical providers. Some responsibilities include:

• Administering medications and treatments as ordered
• Assisting with activities of daily living and therapeutic interventions
• Taking vital signs and monitoring patient conditions
• Providing wound care and changing dressings
• Supporting documentation and care planning
• Promoting hygiene, sanitation, and a safe environment for all patients
• Serving as a vital part of a multidisciplinary treatment team

You’ll be more than a nurse.

You’ll be a source of safety, dignity, and healing.

Why Work with Wexford Health?

• Performance check-ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid-time-off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Non-taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options, including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You’ll Need

• Active unrestricted LPN license in the state of practice.
• 1-2 years of nursing experience (correctional experience preferred).
• Active CPR certification.
• Strong clinical and communication skills; adaptability in high-pressure settings.
• A compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to patient care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.