LPN - Med/Surg and ICU

• Operates within the Licensed Practical Nursing scope of practice to deliver direct patient care, including administering prescribed medications (including IV/parenteral therapies), treatments, and assisting with procedures while documenting patient needs, interventions, and responses.

• Contributes to patient assessment, monitors changes in condition, and reports findings to the registered nurse and provider.

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely, efficient, and patient-centered care, supporting optimal patient flow and care coordination.

• Documents patient status, care delivery, and follow-up accurately in the electronic health record.

• Provides education to patients and families under the direction of the RN/provider to support understanding and recovery.

• Promotes a compassionate, therapeutic environment by applying principles of respectful communication, comfort, and healing.

• Adheres to established policies, procedures, safety standards, and patient confidentiality requirements, while utilizing patient safety tools and technologies.

• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports efficient care delivery, and contributes to cost-effective practices.

• Maintains required certifications, completes ongoing education and competencies, and stays current with clinical best practices.

• Demonstrates professionalism through reliable attendance, positive teamwork, effective communication, and alignment with organizational mission and values.

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required

Licensing: Current New Mexico Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Experience / Certifications

• BLS certification required

• PDS IV training completed during orientation

• Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) certification required for telemetry areas

• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire for applicable areas