LPN - Per Diem Nurse, Flexible Shifts & Growth

CHRISTUS Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a licensed practical nurse for per diem shifts in a hospital setting. You will assist nursing staff, review patient records, and participate in care planning under RN supervision.

Requires NM LPN license, 6 months hospital experience, and current BLS; English fluency is required. Responsibilities include patient care, medication administration, documentation, and coordination with the medical team.

Qualifications

• Six months of hospital experience required.
• Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.
• Current New Mexico LPN license required.
• BLS Certification required or must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire date.
• Other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Reviews information on the patient record.
• Identifies and documents physiological needs of the patient after conference with the RN.
• Discusses psychosocial needs of the patient with the RN.
• Reviews and revises the plan of care of assigned patients.
• Participates in patient care and planning with the RN.
• Plans care to be given setting priorities and delivering in an organized manner.
• Notifies RN of any change in patient status and response to treatments.
• Demonstrates effective knowledge and accuracy in the administration of medications.
• Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.
• Documents the effectiveness of nursing care given.
• Identifies areas of weakness and formulates objectives to improve self.
• Reports deficiencies as observed to improve nursing care.
• Initiates appropriate charges and utilizes supplies efficiently.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with medical staff that promotes patient well-being.
• Responds willingly to requests for help from coworkers.
• Arrives on duty promptly.
• Adheres to mealtime and break schedules.
• Participates in problem-solving activities.
• Incorporates patient care to assure that patients receive scheduled treatments and tests.
• Respects policies and procedures of department/unit.
• Maintains harmonious working relations with other departments.
• Documents growth-producing professional efforts.
• Attains continuing education hours to maintain licensure.
• Performs delegated nursing procedures after instruction and certification.
• Maintains current CPR certification and informs Nurse Manager

Skills

English fluency

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a licensed practical nurse for per diem shifts in a hospital setting. You will assist nursing staff, review patient records, and participate in care planning under RN supervision.

Requires NM LPN license, 6 months hospital experience, and current BLS; English fluency is required. Responsibilities include patient care, medication administration, documentation, and coordination with the medical team.