LPN LVN

Addus HomeCare • Albuquerque, NM

12d

About The Position

Ambercare Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated LPN or LVN to join our newly restructured team in Albuquerque , NM . Under new leadership, we are proud to cultivate a culture rooted in compassion, trust, flexibility, and transparency. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a positive transformationwhere team members support and uplift one another in order to provide the highest quality care to patients and their families during lifes most critical moments. Ambercare is a leader in home health and hospice care throughout New Mexico, with over 20 years of trusted service. As part of the Addus HomeCare family, we serve thousands of patients across the regioncombining heart, professionalism, and the highest standards of care. Why Choose a Career with Ambercare Hospice? Monday Friday with flexibility scheduling Competitive pay PLUS mileage. Meaningful work supporting patients and families in their time of greatest need Career Growth: 80% of our nurse leaders started in field roleswe promote from within. Manageable Caseloads : We believe in quality over quantityour average patient load is kept reasonable so you can focus on what matters most: care. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy full benefits starting the first of the month after hire, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. A 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a Hospice Certification bonus and salary increase. Plus, earn merit-based raises based on your performance. What Youll Do: Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patients response to treatments/medications

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program with current license to practice in the state.
• Prior home health or hospice experience preferred w/ minimum of 1 year medical/surgical experience.
• Maintains a current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act
• Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care
• Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, MSW, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor
• Provides appropriate pain/symptom management.
• Evaluates patients response to treatments/medications

Benefits

• Monday Friday with flexibility scheduling
• Competitive pay PLUS mileage.
• Meaningful work supporting patients and families in their time of greatest need
• Career Growth: 80% of our nurse leaders started in field roleswe promote from within.
• Manageable Caseloads : We believe in quality over quantityour average patient load is kept reasonable so you can focus on what matters most: care.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy full benefits starting the first of the month after hire, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• A 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a Hospice Certification bonus and salary increase.
• Plus, earn merit-based raises based on your performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees