RN, LPNHome Health, Low Acuity, Palliative Care, Wound Care, End-of-life Care, Gastroenterology, Private Duty Nursing
Posted Jul 23, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 24, 2026
About this role
Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. If you're a compassionate individual who puts patients first and thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment, we want you to join our team! Apply today and help us continue delivering exceptional care to those who need it most. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Santa Cruz, NM to administer patient care in accordance with a physician established care plan. This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient's residence.
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Once our patients are accepted into the program, there is no expiration for this benefit, which allows our team of caregivers to build lasting relationships with their patients for years to come.
Schedule:
8 hours a month. The patient prefers the monthly visits to be on a week day. You'll get to advocate for the patients and work one-on-one to provide them with the care that they need. This role will collaborate with CNA's, HHA's, Case Managers, and the patient's physicians. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.
Responsibilities:
Execute physician prescribed plans of care. Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record. Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies. Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care. Perform various activities associated with daily living. Monitor vitals and GI intake and output. Assess skin integrity and administer wound care. Monitor for changes in the patient's condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression. Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients. Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide. Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment. Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants. Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient's needs.
Skills for this role
care plan executiondocumentationmedication administrationtreatment and therapy administrationpatient assessmentcare coordinationADL assistancevital signs monitoringintake and output monitoringskin integrity assessmentwound carepatient condition monitoring
Requirements
RN or LPN
Graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing, Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, Current CPR certification, BLS Certification, TB test and physical examination, Maintain required insurance, Good interpersonal skills, Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity, Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients, Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions, Dependable transportation and willingness to commute to patient's home, Background check, Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
Living in Santa Cruz, NM
A small, quiet community in northern New Mexico's high-desert foothills, Santa Cruz sits near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and just a short drive from Santa Fe. Expect rural living with adobe architecture, open skies, and easy access to the cultural amenities and healthcare network of the state capital.