Licensed Practical Nurse

Overview Career Opportunities with Addus HomeCare A great place to work. Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Licensed Practical Nurse to come join our rapidly growing team in Alamogordo, NM. Full-Time Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm Coverage area: Alamogordo & surrounding areas We offer: Great culture and team atmosphere 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 Paid holidays Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Merit Increases Employee Discount Programs Work/life balance What You’ll Do: 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. Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program. Has 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr