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LifePoint Health LPN - Medical Surgical in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose.Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed hospital offering a spectrum of care, including diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
Where We Are:
From national parks and monuments to one of the top-rated farmer’s markets in the country, Las Cruces offers a world filled with natural wonder, year-round excitement and historic proportions of fun. We are known for our safe and affordable living conditions, outstanding educational system, and friendly people.
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
- And much more…
Position Summary:
Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN. Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given. Assists RN with development of plan of care. Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families. Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of an LPN program.
- Current license as an LPN in New Mexico or compact license required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- ACLS is required for all areas where moderate sedation is performed.
- New Hires/Transfers: Requires that BLS certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment and 1 year for ACLS.
- Experience within an Acute Care Facility preferred
- If currently certified, must maintain current certification. Certification or completion courses must meet the standards of Memorial Medical Center.
_EEOC Statement_:
Memorial Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Job: *Nursing
Organization: *Memorial Medical Center
Title: *LPN - Medical Surgical *
Location: New Mexico-Las Cruces
Requisition ID: 7416-12643