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LPN - Emergency Department

Presbyterian Healthcare Services·Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Full Time·On Site·Remote friendly·0-2 yrs·
Posted 6 days ago
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About the role

Provide direct patient care, including triage, medication administration, and monitoring patient conditions in a high-acuity emergency environment. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to maintain accurate documentation and ensure patient safety.

Location Address: 2400 Unser Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Compensation Pay Range

Minimum Offer $24.27 Maximum Offer $41.33

Summary

Build your Career.

Make a Difference.

Presbyterian Rust Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic Emergency Department team.

The LPN will provide patient-centered care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) and physicians.

This role requires strong clinical skills, quick decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring quality care and patient safety.

  • How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
  • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
  • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
  • Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
  • Malpractice liability insurance
  • Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department [https://hed.nm.gov/financial-aid/loan-repayment-programs/health-professional]
  • EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity

  • Full time
  • FTE: 0.90
  • Job
  • Exempt:
  • No
  • Work
  • Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)

Responsibilities

  • The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Emergency Department (ED) is responsible for:
  • Provide direct patient care, including taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing basic medical procedures as permitted by state regulations.
  • Assist in the triage process by gathering patient information and documenting symptoms and medical histories.
  • Monitor and report changes in patient condition to RNs and physicians.
  • Assist with wound care, IV therapy, splinting, and other procedures as directed.
  • Support patients and families by providing education and emotional reassurance during critical situations.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient care.
  • Uphold infection control practices and maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Participate in emergency response situations and contribute to team efforts during critical events.
  • Restock supplies and ensure the emergency department is prepared for patient care.

Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Licensed Practical Nurse-NM or out of state compact LPN license
  • BLS required at time of hire

We're all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

Learn more about our employee benefits. [https://www.phs.org/careers/why-work-with-us/benefits]

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

We're determined to support new mexico's well-Being | presbyterian healthcare services

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and a valid LPN license in New Mexico or a compact state. BLS certification is mandatory at the time of hire.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Medication Administration
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Patient Education
  • Emergency Response
  • Wound Care
  • Splinting
  • Infection Control
  • Triage
  • Clinical Decision Making
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • IV Therapy
  • Patient-Centered Care

Benefits

  • Wellness Program
  • Sign On Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Loan Forgiveness
  • Scholarship Opportunities
  • Relocation Bonus
  • Certification Reimbursement
  • Nutrition Coaching
  • Night/Weekend Shift Differentials
  • Malpractice Liability Insurance
  • Mindfulness and Meditation Resources
  • Staff Safety Wearable Badges
  • On-site and Community Gyms

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico...

Salary listed on 399 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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