LPN

Job DetailsJob Location:

Artesia, NM 88210

Position Type:

Full TimeEducation Level:

Graduate DegreeSalary Range:

$25.00

• $37.

00

HourlyJob Shift:

DayJob Category:

Nursing Job Summary:

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, responsible for utilizing the nursing process to deliver direct nursing care, using time and resources efficiently.

Essential Values-Based, Leadership and Management Competencies:

At Artesia General Hospital, we are committed to delivering high-quality healthcare to our community and the surrounding areas, and transforming healthcare through innovation, engagement, and quality. As an Ultra sonographer, your work plays a vital role in upholding our Mission and driving our Vision to build a healthier tomorrow for generations to come. This position exemplifies our Core Values, which are the foundation of all the services we provide:

Servant Leadership:

Leading by example to support both patients and colleagues with humility and purpose.

Excellence:

Consistently striving for the highest standards in patient care, quality control, and imaging outcomes.

Respect:

Valuing the dignity of every patient, family member, and team member through compassionate communication and care.

Virtuousness:

Acting with integrity, honesty, and accountability in all clinical and regulatory responsibilities.

Innovation:

Embracing continuous improvement and new technologies to advance sonography services.

Community:

Participating in outreach and health awareness to improve the well-being of our region.

Education:

Sharing knowledge with staff, patients, and the public to foster better outcomes and understanding.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide optimal, direct patient care and demonstrate sound decision-making skills. Communicate patient care needs to all members of the health care team. Contribute effectively to promote timely and efficient patent admission, transfer and discharge including providing appropriate patient education. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the primary care provider. Documents patient status in an accurate, pertinent and concise manner. Assist with updating care plans. Delegate or assign aspects of patient care to health care team members (non-licensed) commensurate with their validated competency to perform the task.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

As assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES

Knowledge and competency in performing baseline nursing skills.

AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management:

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety:

Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Graduate of an accredited trade or vocational school of nursing. Work Experience
• One year relevant experience, new graduates accepted based upon position availability. Training
• N/A License/Certification
• Current New Mexico Nurse License and BLS certification required.

Qualifications:

Education

• Graduate of an accredited trade or vocational school of nursing. Work Experience
• One year relevant experience, new graduates accepted based upon position availability. Training
• N/A License/Certification
• Current New Mexico Nurse License and BLS certification required.