Licensed practical nurse (lpn) - icu, full-time, night

Location Address: 211 Sudderth Dr Ruidoso, NM 88345-6002 Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $23.11 Maximum Offer $35.29 Summary: Delivers direct patient care in a fast-paced Med/Surg or ICU environment, applying essential nursing skills and evidence-based standards under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support high-quality, patient-centered care across a range of acute conditions. This role offers the opportunity to build clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact in critical and recovery-focused settings. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department • EPIC electronic charting system Type of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 0.90 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States of America) Responsibilities: 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. Qualifications: 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 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. Learn more about our employee benefits. About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system 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 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 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. 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. We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services