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LPN Medical - Surgical

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • Full-time • Spring Valley, NV, United States, NV, United States • 13h ago

Location Address:

1100 Central Avenue SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $23.11 Maximum Offer $35.29

Summary:

Presbyterian is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Medical-Surgical team. Our Medical-Surgical Unit is a vital part of our hospital, offering a dynamic and supportive environment where LPNs are valued members of the care team. The LPN will work under the supervision of RNs and physicians to provide direct patient care, support recovery, and ensure a safe and healing environment for patients with a variety of medical and post-surgical needs.

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 system

Type of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 0.90 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will play a critical role in providing high-quality care to adult patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic illnesses, or dealing with acute medical conditions. Responsibilities include:

Provide direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with mobility, and supporting activities of daily living
Administer prescribed medications, injections, and IV therapies under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician.
Assist in dressing changes, wound care, and post-surgical care according to physician orders.
Observe and report changes in patient conditions, including symptoms, reactions to treatments, or changes in vital signs.
Work closely with RNs, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team to implement individualized care plans for patients.
Provide patients and families with instructions regarding post-discharge care, medication regimens, and follow-up appointments.
Adhere to infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and sterile techniques.
Assist in responding to patient emergencies and follow protocols to ensure timely and appropriate care.

Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications:

•High School Diploma or GED

•Nursing Diploma

•Licensed Practical Nurse-NM or out of state compact LPN license

•BLS REQUIRED at time of hire

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 Services

Presbyterian 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 Disclaimer

The 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.

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