Nurse LPN/RNPaloma Springs Healthcare • Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, United States
Nurse LPN/RN
Paloma Springs Healthcare
- Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, United States
- Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, United States
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Paloma Springs Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse LPN/RN to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care across diverse clinical settings, including acute, chronic, and long-term care environments. This role requires a strong foundation in medical procedures, excellent patient assessment skills, and the ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team. Experience with electronic health records (EHR/Epic systems), infection control, and specialized care such as dementia, Alzheimer's, or pediatric care is highly valued. The Nurse LPN/RN will play a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate care for patients of all ages and conditions.
*Duties*
* Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and medical history documentation.
* Administer medications and injections accurately following physician orders and established protocols.
* Perform specialized procedures such as IV infusion, catheterization, phlebotomy, wound suturing, and sterile processing.
* Manage airway interventions, ventilator support, and advanced life support measures as needed.
* Assist with diagnostic evaluations including laboratory specimen collection, medical imaging coordination, and diagnostic testing such as spinal taps or cardiac catheterization.
* Provide patient education on medication management, disease processes (e.g., dementia, infectious diseases), nutrition, and post-discharge care plans.
* Document all patient interactions thoroughly within EMR/EHR systems like Cerner or Athenahealth while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
* Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients in settings such as ICU, Emergency Room, hospice, or outpatient clinics.
* Ensure infection control standards are upheld through aseptic technique and proper sterilization procedures.
* Participate in discharge planning and case management activities to facilitate smooth transitions of care across settings including home health or post-acute environments.
*Requirements*
* Valid LPN or RN license in the state of practice.
* Proven experience in diverse clinical settings such as ICU (Level I/II Trauma Center), emergency medicine, geriatrics (including Alzheimer's and dementia care), pediatrics (including neonatal ventilator management), or home & community health.
* Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks, or Athenahealth.
* Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, CPT/ICD coding (ICD-9/10), and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
* Ability to perform advanced procedures including IV insertion/infusion, venipuncture, tube feeding management, and airway management.
* Experience working with special populations such as patients with developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs is preferred.
* Excellent patient assessment skills combined with compassion for delivering holistic care across acute to chronic conditions.
* Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
* Knowledge of infection control protocols and sterile techniques essential for maintaining safety standards.
* Must pass background checks and comply with all licensing requirements; BLS/CPR certification required. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through expert nursing care across various healthcare environments while working within a supportive team committed to excellence in patient outcomes.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.00 - $43.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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