Licensed Practical Nurse Full Time

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our rapidly growing team in Albuquerque, NM.

About the role

Full-Time position providing direct patient care in a home health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
• Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license, and appropriate automobile insurance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability), effective on the first of the month.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Generous time off accruals and paid holidays.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Merit Increases.
• Employee Discount Programs.

Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Addus Homecare. The company has been recognized as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index.