Supervisor Licensed Practical Nurse (DOH/FBMC #13758+)

New Mexico Department of Health; Santa Clara (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Department of Health seeks an LPN/LVN to provide direct nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting. The role emphasizes administering medications, monitoring conditions, and coordinating with the health team to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Ideal candidates hold LPN/LVN licensure with at least two years of related experience, demonstrating independent work capability and strong understanding of nursing practices and regulations.

Qualifications

• Licensed practical nurse (LPN) or licensed vocational nurse (LVN) with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• English language proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and comprehension.
• Ability to work independently with flexibility, integrity, and professional demeanor.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and applicable laws/regulations for nursing care facilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to residents and monitor for reactions.
• Record vital signs and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the healthcare team.
• Coordinate care plans with nursing and other staff.
• Provide direct resident care during shifts using the nursing process.

Skills

English language proficiency

Interpersonal/tactful communication

Nursing knowledge & practices

Independent work ability

Education

LPN or LVN licensure

Job description

Posting Details

This position will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant list may be screened more than once.

Salary

$27.37 - $41.06 Hourly

$56,931 - $85,396 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C7

Posting Details

This position will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant list may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

Responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide direct resident care to an assigned group of residents during a shift. Responsible for prioritizing the delivery of direct nursing care using time and resources efficiently, integrating a standard based framework model. Provide clinical supervision for non-professional staff.

How does it get done?

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.

Who are the customers?

Residents at a long-term care facility.

Ideal Candidate

Will have:

• The ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• The ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• The ability to function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.

Minimum Qualification

Licensure as LPN or LVN, and two (2) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience.

Employment Requirements

This position is designated as safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Will be screened for tuberculosis (TB) upon hire. Employment is subject to nationwide criminal background check (Sections 29-17-2 through 29-17-5 NMSA 1978 and 7.1.9.1 through 7.1.9.11 NMAC) and is conditional pending results. Licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico.

Working Conditions

• Works throughout the nursing service area (i.e., nurse's Stations, resident rooms, etc.).
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc.,
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
• Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department directors.
• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc.,
• State of New Mexico employees may be impacted by the Public Health Order dated December 19, 2022, which requires facilities licensed or certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), including all hospital types, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, hospice facilities and rehabilitation facilities, as well as assisted living facilities and adult day care settings, to adhere to all COVID-related requirements prescribed by CMS, including, but not limited to masking and staff vaccination.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.