Skilled Nursing LPN

• ✔ Meaningful work where your care directly impacts residents

Position Overview

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our clinical team.

As an LPN, you will provide direct nursing care, administer medications and treatments, monitor resident conditions, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to promote safe, high-quality resident outcomes. You will also provide direction and support to CNAs and other nursing team members while helping ensure individualized care plans are followed.

This position is ideal for a nurse who values hands-on resident care, teamwork, and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and their families.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care in accordance with individualized care plans, physician/provider orders, and established clinical standards

Monitor resident conditions and promptly communicate significant changes to the appropriate nurse, provider, and members of the care team

Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions safely and accurately within the LPN scope of practice

Obtain and monitor vital signs and other clinical information necessary to evaluate resident health

Collaborate with physicians/providers, RNs, CNAs, therapy, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate resident care

Provide education and guidance to residents and families regarding medications, treatments, and care needs within appropriate scope

Supervise, delegate, and support CNAs and other nursing personnel in the delivery of resident care

Ensure individualized care plans and nursing interventions are implemented consistently

Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR)

Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in resident condition and urgent or emergency situations

Participate in infection prevention, resident safety, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives

Promote resident dignity, privacy, independence, comfort, and quality of life

Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with applicable professional, facility, state, and federal requirements

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in the State of New Mexico

Current CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Previous skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or geriatric nursing experience preferred

Strong nursing assessment, observation, and clinical decision-making skills

Ability to provide compassionate, person-centered care to residents with varying physical, cognitive, and clinical needs

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to effectively supervise, delegate, and support nursing assistants

Ability to prioritize responsibilities and adapt to changing resident needs in a fast-paced clinical environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate clinical documentation

Commitment to providing safe, compassionate, and high-quality resident care

Benefits

Competitive compensation

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Care Cash Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Flexible scheduling opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

Grow With Us

At Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center, we believe in developing our nursing professionals and creating opportunities for continued growth.

Whether you are beginning your nursing career, expanding your clinical expertise, or preparing for future leadership opportunities, we provide an environment where you can strengthen your skills, gain valuable experience, and continue advancing professionally.

About Us

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Roswell, New Mexico community by providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. We are committed to providing personalized, high-quality care in a warm and welcoming environment while honoring the individual needs, preferences, and experiences of every resident.

Our team is built around compassion, respect, teamwork, and a commitment to improving the quality of life for those we serve.

Apply Today

Join a nursing team where your skills, compassion, and commitment to resident care truly matter.

Apply today to become part of Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.

Physical Requirements

Ability to assist with lifting, transferring, and repositioning residents using appropriate assistance and equipment as needed

Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and perform nursing responsibilities for extended periods

Ability to safely administer medications and treatments requiring accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to respond promptly and effectively to resident needs, changes in condition, and emergency situations

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation