Long Term Care-Licensed Practical Nurse (DOH/NMBHI #13495)

Posting Details

The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute provides care to New Mexicans across six different divisions including hospital level inpatient psychiatric care for both civil and forensic commitments, residential treatment for adolescents, outpatient care for people with behavioral health disorders, detox and residential substance use treatment, and skilled/long-term care. As the largest behavioral health complex in the state, inpatient/residential care is provided to over 250 New Mexicans every day, along with 400 outpatient clients a month. There are over 600 employees across all the divisions of NMBHI to ensure high-quality treatment and care is delivered.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once. Why does the job exist?

Nurses at long-term care ensures that all residents receive high quality care and treatment. Nurses provide all aspects of nursing care to the residents. The residents at Meadows come from across the state and need assistance with activities of daily living. The nurses help directly provide care and also provide guidance and support to the CNAs on the shift. The nurses are integral members of the treatment team and participate in multidisciplinary standards. All care provided is based on evidence-based standards and in accordance with Joint Commission, state licensing, and CMS regulations. How does it get done?

Provide all aspects of nursing care to residents. Work with providers to process orders. Document in the electronic health record. Participate in treatment team and staffing meetings. Who are the customers?

This job provides support for all residents of Meadows. Ideal Candidate

This job provides support for all residents of Meadows. Minimum Qualification

Licensure as LPN or LVN.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License.

Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate.

• SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS--This position ls designated as safely sensitive. Employment Is subject to pre-employment and random testing. In accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment ls subject to nationwide criminal background checks and is conditional pending results.
• CRIMINAL RECORDS BACKGROUND CHECK-Must successfully complete post offer pre-employment criminal records background check. Employment is conditional pending the results of criminal records background checks. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Working Conditions

Most time will be spent interacting with residents. May be exposed to residents with dementia or other diagnoses that may lead to unpredictable behaviors.

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Agency Contact Information: Diana Arguello (505)454-2159 Email Agency Contact Information: Kaylene Maldonado (505)454-2371 Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.