Location Address:
129 El Paso Rd Ruidoso, NM 88345-6033Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $37.80 Maximum Offer $51.00Summary:
Build your career while making a meaningful impact close to home. Presbyterian is seeking a dedicated LPN to join our White Mountain Clinic team in Ruidoso, New Mexico, a community known for its fresh mountain air, outdoor adventure, and relaxed pace of life.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:
As an Outpatient RN/LPN you will deliver high‑quality nursing care in a family clinic setting, contributing to patient assessment and supporting providers within the LPN scope of practice. This role administers prescribed treatments and medications, assists with procedures, and documents patient needs, actions, and responses. The LPN monitors changes in condition, communicates concerns promptly, and helps create a compassionate, patient‑centered environment that supports comfort, healing, and an exceptional care experience.
- Provide direct patient care, including treatments, procedures, and medication administration within the LPN scope of practice.
- Assist nurses and providers during exams and clinical procedures, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
- Document patient condition, care provided, and follow‑up needs accurately in the medical record.
- Monitor patient status, recognize changes, and report concerns promptly to the RN or provider.
- Support a compassionate, patient‑centered environment by applying Exceptional Patient Experience principles in all interactions.
Qualifications:
- Minimum New graduate or experienced nurse from an accredited practical nursing program
- Licensed Practical Nurse NM or RN
- High School Diploma or GED
- BLS
*Compensation listed reflects RN rate
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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
- Graduated from an accredited practical nursing program
- Licensed Practical Nurse NM (LPN)
- High School Diploma or GED
- BLS certification
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.
