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Giving Home Health Care

Las Cruces, New Mexico

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Las Cruces, NM to administer patient care in accordance with a physician established care plan.

Posted Oct 13

Shift and hours
8 hours a week
Unit and setting
Home Health
License
RN or LPN license Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.Current State or Compact RN or LPN license
Term
Local Contract

Do you qualify?

License
Current State or Compact RN or LPN license Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Check your license
Certification
Current CPR certification
Education
Graduate of accredited Associate or Baccalaureate school of nursing Education, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
Also asks
TB test and physical examination TB test and physical examination.
Also asks
Maintain required insurance Maintain required insurance.
Also asks
Good interpersonal skills Good interpersonal skills.
Also asks
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Also asks
Stand or walk for prolonged periods; lift up to 50 lbs and move patients Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
Also asks
Operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
Also asks
Dependable transportation and willingness to commute to patient homes Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home.
Also asks
Basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care.

What it pays

Against similar roles
Pays above most New Mexico agency rolesNew Mexico agency postings that state pay run $26/hr to $50/hr, the middle half $29/hr to $43/hr, across 88 postings.

The role and schedule

Day to day
Execute physician prescribed plans of care Execute physician prescribed plans of care.
Day to day
Complete compliant documentation in the system of record Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record.
Day to day
Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
Day to day
Conduct patient assessments and coordination of care Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care.
Day to day
Assist with activities of daily living Perform various activities associated with daily living.
Day to day
Monitor vitals and GI intake and output Monitor vitals and GI intake and output.
Day to day
Assess skin integrity and administer wound care Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
Day to day
Monitor for changes in weight, self-care ability, and disease progression Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
Day to day
Communicate with family, physicians, and case managers about patient health Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients.
Day to day
Provide education and training to the patient, family, and/or Home Health Aide Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide.
Day to day
Provide one-on-one care in the patient’s home Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment.
Day to day
Collaborate with and supervise CNAs and Personal Care Attendants Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Day to day
Perform other personal care services as needed Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs.
Hours stated
Schedule: 8 hours a week The schedule can be worked out between the patient and the nurse.
Details
1099 independent contract This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence.
Travel
Commute to patients’ homes
Details
Offers contingent on passing a background check Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.
Details
Works with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, and patients’ physicians This role will collaborate with CNA’s, HHA’s, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians.

The workplace

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Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

Your fit

On your path

Home Health is a specialty you move into. Agencies want acute time first, then train the home-specific work.

Original listing

Posted on Giving Home Health Care’s careers page.

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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 Las Cruces, 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. 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 week. The schedule can be worked out between the patient and the nurse.

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.

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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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, licensing, and

certification

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 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, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.

Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions. Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home. Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care.

LPN Hourly Rate: Up to $35 an hour, based on experience. RN Hour Rate: Up to $55 an hour, based on experience. To provide the exceptional care our patients deserve, we rely on a team of passionate, dedicated professionals.

We’re committed to creating a supportive, collaborative culture, offering competitive benefits and compensation, and giving our team members the tools and opportunities to grow and advance their careers.

If you’re ready to be part of an organization that truly makes a difference in people’s lives, we encourage you to apply today and start a fulfilling journey with Giving Home!

Giving Home is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws to ensure fair compensation practices.

Giving Home is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Our employment practices are designed to provide equal opportunity at all stages of employment, including hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and termination.

Giving Home is committed to maintaining transparent compensation practices and regularly reviews our policies to ensure compliance with evolving laws and best practices. We value the contributions of our employees and strive to provide a work environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and fairly compensated.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

What's around it?

In Las Cruces, NM

Las Cruces, NMFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 10% below the US average

Median rent
$974/mo
Household income
$55,422/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Las Cruces, NM

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