LPN - General Med Surg 3BC

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks a compassionate LPN to join our Medical Surgical team. You will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, administer medications, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, high-quality care in a fast-paced acute care setting.

The role offers night shifts, a sign-on bonus and relocation support, and access to EPIC charting, professional development, and wellness benefits as part of our commitment to clinician

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required, New Mexico preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• ACLS within 6 months of hire where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care within LPN scope.
• Assist in implementing patient care plans under RN direction.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the care team.
• Administer medications and record findings in the EHR.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Team collaboration

Documentation in EHR

Education

LPN license (New Mexico)

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location Address:1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930Compensation Pay Range:Minimum Offer $24.27 Maximum Offer $41.33Summary:Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Medical Surgical team. In this role, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.The ideal candidate is committed to clinical excellence, teamwork, and supporting positive patient outcomes in a fast-paced acute care environment.In this role you will provide direct patient care in the acute care setting of the emergency department or inpatient area utilizing various nursing skills and established standards of care at the direction of a registered nurse.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)• Malpractice liability insurance• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department• EPIC electronic charting systemType of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 0.90 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)Responsibilities:Provide direct nursing care to patients within the LPN scope of practice.Assist in the implementation of patient care plans under the direction of a Registered Nurse.Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the appropriate healthcare team members.Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and permitted by state regulations and organizational policy.Perform patient assessments and document findings accurately and timely in the electronic health record.Assist patients with activities of daily living and promote comfort, dignity, and safety.Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions as directed.Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff to coordinate patient care.Adhere to infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory standards.Maintain competency and participate in continuing education and professional development activities.Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign on and relocation bonus!Qualifications:Education: High School Diploma or GEDLicense: Current New Mexico Licensed Practical Nurse or Out of State Multistate/compact LPN LicenseCertifications: BLS required , Basic Cardiac Arrythmia (BCA) for areas with cardiac telemetry monitoring and ACLS within 6 months of hire for areas where required.We're all about well-being, starting with yours.Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.Learn more about our employee benefits.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.Compensation DisclaimerThe compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services