Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Title

Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Pay Rate

$40 - $45 per hour

Location

• Las
• Cruces,
• New
• Mexico
• Employment
• Types: Full-Time or Part-Time available

Availability

Must have weekday and/or weekend availability.

Shifts

8 hour shifts *schedules are subject to change based on operational needs.

Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision (with company contribution), Paid Time Off, 401k

About DocGo

Position Overview

You will be providing health assessments and home health visits for our patients. We are seeking qualified Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN).

Job Duties

• Driving to patient's homes and conducting home health visits independently
• Properly obtain and document medical histories
• Obtain consent, check patient history, and administer immunizations
• Complete documentation of assessment and/or interventions of patient
• Responsible for home health visits
• Minor troubleshooting of test systems and takes appropriate action according to predetermined protocols
• Identifies problems which may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and take appropriate action including supervisor notification
• Performs all relevant diagnostic tests as required
• Performs venipuncture as required
• Complete accepted medical forms
• Conduct weekly equipment check in exam rooms and report any equipment malfunctions
• Code Medical exams as needed
• Administer vaccines
• Administer medication to patients and measure vital signs.
• Monitor the patient’s progress and changes in behavior.
• Recognize and treat any medical condition with appropriate techniques, equipment, and knowledge of all State and County protocols
• Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention of a physician or emergency care
• Interact with patients and their families in a compassionate manner
• Interact with clinicians, other health professionals and staff in a courteous and professional manner
• Effectively communicate and interact with patients and or agencies
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities
• Maintain a positive and professional work environment
• Maintain the confidentiality of all Personal Health Information as dictated by HIPAA laws
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• LPN License
• Blood Withdrawal / Phlebotomy experience
• A minimum of 6 months of LPN experience
• BLS with American Heart Association
• Valid Driver's License in state of residency with 2+ years of driving experience, and an acceptable driving record
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift 50 - 60 lbs
• Patient bedside experience preferred (preferred but not required)
• Fluent bilingual English/Spanish, preferred
• Must be comfortable driving and making home health visits independently

EEO/AAP Statement

DocGo is an equal opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to crafting and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. DocGo is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.