Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Luna Del Valle HCS•Socorro, NM

28d•Remote

About The Position

Luna Del Valle Hospice is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide in-home nursing care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role is part-time and involves being part of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to ensuring comfort, quality of life, and dignity for every patient and their family during life's final journey. The LPN will administer medications and treatments, monitor patient conditions, contribute to care plans, maintain documentation, and offer emotional support.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited LPN or LVN program
Holds an active LPN license in the State of New Mexico
CPR certification required
Possesses a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience
Comfortable with basic math and medication administration procedures

Nice To Haves

Hospice experience is a plus
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
A compassionate, professional approach to patient care

Responsibilities

Administering medications and treatments following hospice protocols and nursing standards
Performing essential clinical tasks within the scope of LPN practice
Monitoring changes in patient condition and notifying the RN as needed
Contributing to the development and revision of care plans with measurable outcomes
Maintaining complete and timely documentation of all care activities
Offering emotional support to patients and loved ones
Participating in care coordination meetings and collaborating with the broader care team
Encouraging teamwork by supporting other staff as needed
Respects all patient privacy and HIPAA guidelines
Stays current with continuing education and required training
Follows applicable healthcare regulations and best practices
May be included in an occasional on-call rotation