Licensed Practical Nurse Full-Time

Addus HomeCare; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits (medical, etc.)

401(k) retirement plan with company 5%

Generous time off accruals

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

Work/life balance

Job summary

Ambercare Homecare in Silver City, NM is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our dedicated home health care team. This full-time role covers Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm with rotating weekend call, serving Silver City and surrounding areas.

You will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, document plans of care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the home health team to ensure high-quality, compliant care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in New Mexico.
• Possess and maintain CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver''s license and appropriate auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined by the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Documents care activities promptly and accurately.
• Educates patients and families on self-care and diagnosis-related care.
• Coordinates home health services with the rest of the care team.
• Maintains aseptic technique when preparing equipment and supplies.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

LPN/LVN licensure

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 Silver City, NM.

• Full-Time
• Monday through Friday
• 8am to 5pm with rotating call weekends
• Coverage area: Silver City and surrounding areas

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