Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Position
Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Hourly Rate: $35
Location: Edgewood/East Mountains, NM
Role Overview
The LPN will provide in-home nursing care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to ensuring comfort, quality of life, and dignity for every patient and their family.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Administering medications and treatments following hospice protocols and nursing standards
- Performing essential clinical tasks within the scope of LPN practice
- Monitoring changes in patient condition and notifying the RN as needed
- Contributing to the development and revision of care plans with measurable outcomes
- Maintaining complete and timely documentation of all care activities
- Offering emotional support to patients and loved ones
- Participating in care coordination meetings and collaborating with the broader care team
- Encouraging teamwork by supporting other staff as needed
Ideal Candidate Qualities
- Graduate of an accredited LPN or LVN program
- Holds an active LPN license in the State of New Mexico
- CPR certification required
- Possesses a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience (hospice experience is a plus)
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- A compassionate, professional approach to patient care
- Comfortable with basic math and medication administration procedures
Additional Expectations
- Respects all patient privacy and HIPAA guidelines
- Stays current with continuing education and required training
- Follows applicable healthcare regulations and best practices
- May be included in an occasional on-call rotation