LPN Med/Surg

CHS Career Site; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Career Site in New Mexico is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential nursing care under RN supervision and in collaboration with the healthcare team.

The role includes assessing patients, administering medications, implementing care plans, documenting care, and educating patients and families. The LPN must adhere to the Nurse Practice Act and state regulations while ensuring safe, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing care and patient assessment.
• Ability to administer medications and document interventions.
• Strong communication with patients and care teams.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols.
• Adaptability to changes in patient care needs.
• Proficiency with health records documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to patient needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation.
• Educate patients and families on care and post-discharge steps.
• Ensure infection control compliance.
• Assist with procedures within scope.
• Support orientation and training of staff.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for coordinated care.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for patient care.
• Respond to emergencies and support code team.
• Telemetry LPN responsibilities: record telemetry readings, monitor vitals, report changes.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation

Communication

Infection control

Job description

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
• Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
• Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
• Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
• Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.

• Telemetry LPN:

  • Record and report cardiac telemetry readings (but do not interpret them).
  • Monitor vital signs and provide basic care.
  • Administer medications and support patients with cardiac diagnoses.
  • Report any changes in rhythm or condition to the RN or provider.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
• Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or
• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

State Specific Requirements

• New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.