LPN - General Medical Unit

Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: May 9, 2025

Job Description:

LPN - General Medical Unit at Presbyterian Healthcare Services summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the General Medical Unit is responsible for delivering high-quality care to adult patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic illnesses, and addressing acute medical conditions. This role involves direct patient care duties, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure effective care plans. The position offers opportunities for professional development, competitive pay, and an emphasis on employee well-being.
Overview: Presbyterian is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our general medical team. The 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. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent clinical skills, teamwork, and a commitment to patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment. -Type of Opportunity: Full Time (0.9 FTE/36 hours per week)Work Schedule: 12 hour nights -Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates. -How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.--- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities--- Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)--- Shift differentials for nights and weekends--- Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles--- Malpractice liability insurance--- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department --- EPIC electronic charting system - - Responsibilities: ---------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. Qualifications: ---High School Diploma or GED---Licensed Practical Nurse-NM or out of state compact LPN license---BLS required at time of hire - - Benefits: 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. -About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised 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 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 640,000 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. - Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $34.27/Hr. 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.

Keywords:
Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, patient care, healthcare, hospital, medical assistance, nursing, chronic illness management, surgical recovery, patient education

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