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 dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Medical Surgical Unit. In this role, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to support patients with a wide range of medical conditions, treatments, and recovery needs.The LPN plays an essential role in delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while promoting positive patient outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.
Provides 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.
Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available
Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance based on experience and Presbyterian Healthcare Services guidelines.
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
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct nursing care within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Monitor patients and report changes in condition, concerns, or clinical findings to the healthcare team.
- Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as prescribed and in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.
- Collect and document patient information accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence.
- Support patient education and reinforce instructions related to treatments, medications, and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
- Maintain compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and quality standards.
- Participate in unit-based initiatives and ongoing professional development activities.
Qualifications:
Required
- Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of New Mexico or out of state compact LPN license.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
- Basic Cardiac Arrythmia (BCA) for areas with cardiac telemetry monitoring required
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute care environment.
- One (1) year of nursing experience in a medical-surgical, acute care, or hospital setting.
- Experience caring for adult medical and post-acute patients.
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems.
- IV certification, where applicable.
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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.
Skills Required
- Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program
- High School Diploma or GED
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in New Mexico or an out-of-state compact LPN license
- Current Basic Life Support certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification within six months of hire
- Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia certification for areas with cardiac telemetry monitoring
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute care environment
- One year of nursing experience in a medical-surgical, acute care, or hospital setting
- Experience caring for adult medical and post-acute patients
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems
- IV certification, where applicable
What We Do
Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, statewide, not-for-profit healthcare system in New Mexico. Founded in 1908, it operates nine hospitals, a medical group, and a health plan. The organization is dedicated to improving access to healthcare, behavioral health, and community support services, offering a wide range of specialties including primary care, cancer care, and heart and vascular care to improve the well-being of New Mexico residents.
