Job Type: Full Time Job Location: Taos, New Mexico. Relocation Bonus: $2,500 Your Job Introduction You won’t be at a loss for things to do at Taos. We have hot-air ballooning, river rafting, world-renown art galleries, stellar snowboarding, impressive museums, fishing and fine dining. We’re nestled right between the snowcapped mountains at 1340 Maestas Rd, Taos, NM 87571. Our Administrator and Director of Nursing have been in the industry for over 20 years and we all believe that healthcare revolves around touching people’s life’s and making a difference. We believe that excellent care starts with treating your employees excellently and we’re redefining culture of healthcare with a hyper emphasis on staff satisfaction and retention. Are you looking for a great place to work in one of the most wonderful communities in the world? Contact our Recruiter at (214) 288-3672 for an immediate response (I also respond to text) or email at Dylan@opcoca.com for further details. Who are we? Taos Healthcare is managed by Canyon Creek which is the most esteemed provider of long-term care In New Mexico. Our average nursing center is a five star building with under four deficiencies on average annually. We openly embrace feedback from our staff and actually respond with action. We have multiple Nurse Consultants and regional support to see you succeed. We accept new nurses and seasoned nurses! We will actually spend time training and developing you! Benefits: $2,500 Relocation Fee for a new beginning. 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Principal Responsibilities • Conduct the daily nursing functions in accordance with Company, State, Federal and local rules, regulations, and guidelines. • Admit, transfer and discharge residents with documentation regarding care and service provided. • Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility. • Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as scheduled. • Ensures delivery of high-quality, positive clinical outcomes, and resident/family satisfaction during shift. • Serves as a resource to all staff within the facility regarding the quality of services provided. • Ability to administer medications and treatment timely and according to facility policy; Demonstrates ability to receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders, if allowed by Nurse Practice Act. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse program. We also work with nurses applying for reciprocity! • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs; ALFs as required by state). Outfield Healthcare Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing general nursing care to patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with physician’s orders and established standards and protocols. This position must integrate company values into daily practice. Essential Functions: Provides skilled nursing care to patients as ordered by the physician and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Implements orders for medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and in accordance with nursing care plan as written by the RN. Provides information to the Registered Nurse to assist in the development of an individualized plan of care for each patient. Participates in evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions in relation to patient responses and seeks guidance in redirection when necessary. Reports to supervisor on patient care rendered, problems concerning patients’ needs, and resolution to those needs. Helps identify patient problems and potential risks and contributes to the development of interventions. Assists in identification of patient’s learning needs and reinforces self-care and other techniques. Appropriately designates applicable charges to individual patients using the hospital’s established system. May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies. Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards. Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule. Completes required trainings, as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization. Minimum Job Requirements Minimum Education & Experience : Two years’ experience in inpatient hospital setting, inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred. Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation: Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse required. Current BLS certification required. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice and infection prevention standards of practice. Knowledge of accreditation standards to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS. Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and utilizes proper policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for patients. Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management. Demonstrates critical thinking skills. Effective organizational and time management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards. Ability to work independently. Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality. Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization. Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift: A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time. Both gross and precise motor functions. Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs. Possible exposure to bodily fluids. Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care. Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard. Close vision and the ability to adjust focus. #PSJ
Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of care; meets the communications needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures, and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about changes in the patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Responsibilities: Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide services based on the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other related criteria appropriate to the population in his/her assigned area. Maintains required core competencies. Complies with set Policies and Procedures (i.e. name tag, dress code, parking, smoking, etc.) Does not abuse sick or personal days. Maintains personal health, adheres to sick policy guidelines. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patients age. Demonstrates ability under direct supervision of an RN, to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, geriatric, and general patient populations. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age of the patient and the patient’s clinical condition. Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified patient learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of an RN. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Case Management regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patients age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs. Maintains a good, positive working relationship both within the department and with our departments. Performs other duties as assigned with the LPN scope of practice. Communication and Interpersonal Expectations: Demonstrates communication skills necessary to interact with persons of varying ages and/or cultures. Answers telephone as assigned, routes calls, or takes messages appropriately. Supports the Mission and Philosophy of the hospital and the Department. Demonstrates an understanding and application of these policies. Respects confidentiality. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Utilizes the chain of command appropriately to resolve issues. Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader, co-workers, and physicians. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within the designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses the computerized punch time system correctly. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Quality Improvement: Participates in hospital quality activities as required. Participates in department quality activities as required. The employee will adhere to organizational/-departmental customer service standards. Demonstrates understanding of Legal Compliance issues and their responsibilities: Participates in yearly legal compliance training. Explains departmental chain of command. Explains the purpose of the Legal Compliance Hotline and utilizes if indicated. Participates in departmental Legal Compliance plan. Attended Orientation/Re-Orientation Completed Annual Department Competencies· Recognizes and responds appropriately to ethical dilemmas; confers with appropriate resource personnel when making ethical decisions. Response to the patient is appropriate in an emergency or physically distressful situation. Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program required. Current LPN/LVN Licensure in the State of New Mexico required. Current American Heart – HeartSaver or Basic Life Support (BLS) card required. Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Basic computer knowledge. Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time
Job Type: Full Time Job Location: Taos, New Mexico. Relocation Bonus: $2,500 Your Job Introduction You won’t be at a loss for things to do at Taos. We have hot-air ballooning, river rafting, world-renown art galleries, stellar snowboarding, impressive museums, fishing and fine dining. We’re nestled right between the snowcapped mountains at 1340 Maestas Rd, Taos, NM 87571. Our Administrator and Director of Nursing have been in the industry for over 20 years and we all believe that healthcare revolves around touching people’s life’s and making a difference. We believe that excellent care starts with treating your employees excellently and we’re redefining culture of healthcare with a hyper emphasis on staff satisfaction and retention. Are you looking for a great place to work in one of the most wonderful communities in the world? Contact our Recruiter at (214) 288-3672 for an immediate response (I also respond to text) or email at Dylan@opcoca.com for further details. Who are we? Taos Healthcare is managed by Canyon Creek which is the most esteemed provider of long-term care In New Mexico. Our average nursing center is a five star building with under four deficiencies on average annually. We openly embrace feedback from our staff and actually respond with action. We have multiple Nurse Consultants and regional support to see you succeed. We accept new nurses and seasoned nurses! We will actually spend time training and developing you! Benefits: $2,500 Relocation Fee for a new beginning. 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Principal Responsibilities • Conduct the daily nursing functions in accordance with Company, State, Federal and local rules, regulations, and guidelines. • Admit, transfer and discharge residents with documentation regarding care and service provided. • Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility. • Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as scheduled. • Ensures delivery of high-quality, positive clinical outcomes, and resident/family satisfaction during shift. • Serves as a resource to all staff within the facility regarding the quality of services provided. • Ability to administer medications and treatment timely and according to facility policy; Demonstrates ability to receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders, if allowed by Nurse Practice Act. Qualifications • Graduate of an approved Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse program. We also work with nurses applying for reciprocity! • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred. • Current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs; ALFs as required by state). Outfield Healthcare Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
