Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Compensation
Not listed
Type
Full-time
Location
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Posted
Aug 25, 2026
Requirements Summary
Requires a current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse and current CPR certification. One year of recent experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
Core Responsibilities
Provides general nursing care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse. Integrates the hospital’s mission and guiding principles into daily clinical practice.
Key Skills
Company Information
- Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
- Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
- Type: Privately Held
Full Job Description
Overview Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - Las Cruces, New Mexico Part Time and Per Diem options available. We are hiring for days and nights. Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care! At Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern New Mexico, we are more than a hospital—we are a community of caregivers driven by purpose, compassion, and a shared mission to help patients regain independence after life-changing illness or injury. Located in Las Cruces, NM, our hospital offers state-of-the-art therapy, personalized care plans, and an interdisciplinary team approach that delivers exceptional outcomes. Whether you’re a clinician, therapist, or healthcare leader, you’ll find a rewarding career here where your work truly makes a difference. As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them. We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team of passionate patient caregivers! Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being. Benefits: Full Time / Part Time PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available Dental and Vision coverage 401K with employer matching Life insurance Short-and-long term disability Wellness & Work Life Balance: Full Time / Part Time Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date Professional Growth: Full Time Continuing education opportunities Qualifications Required Skills: Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse required Current CPR certification required One (1) year recent experience in acute care setting preferred Additional Qualifications/Skills: Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures. Demonstrates awareness of current Infection Control requirements and practices Demonstrates clinical proficiency utilizing policies, procedures, and guidelines Demonstrates appropriate use of supplies and equipment Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management. Effective organizational and time management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality. Ability to work closely and professionally with others. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Responsibilities Under the direction of a registered nurse, provides general nursing care to patients. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.