About this Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN role at DocGo
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Pay Rate: $40 - $45 per hour
Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Employment Types: Full-Time or Part-Time available
Availability: Must have weekday and/or weekend availability.
Shifts: 8 hour shifts *schedules are subject to change based on operational needs.
Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision (with company contribution), Paid Time Off, 401k
About DocGo:
DocGo is leading the proactive healthcare revolution with an innovative care delivery platform that includes mobile health services, population health, remote patient monitoring, and ambulance services. DocGo disrupts the traditional four-wall healthcare system by providing high quality, highly affordable care to patients where and when they need it. DocGo's proprietary, AI-powered technology, logistics network, and dedicated field staff of over 5,000 certified health professionals elevate the quality of patient care and drive efficiencies for municipalities, hospital networks, and health insurance providers. With Mobile Health, DocGo empowers the full promise and potential of telehealth by facilitating healthcare treatment, in tandem with a remote physician, in the comfort of a patient's home or workplace. Together with DocGo's integrated Ambulnz medical transport services, DocGo is bridging the gap between physical and virtual care.
Position Overview:
You will be providing health assessments and home health visits for our patients. We are seeking qualified Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN).
Job Duties:
Driving to patient's homes and conducting home health visits independently
Properly obtain and document medical histories
Obtain consent, check patient history, and administer immunizations
Complete documentation of assessment and/or interventions of patient
Responsible for home health visits
Minor troubleshooting of test systems and takes appropriate action according to predetermined protocols
Identifies problems which may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and take appropriate action including supervisor notification
Performs all relevant diagnostic tests as required
Performs venipuncture as required
Complete accepted medical forms
Conduct weekly equipment check in exam rooms and report any equipment malfunctions
Code Medical exams as needed
Administer vaccines
Administer medication to patients and measure vital signs.
Monitor the patient’s progress and changes in behavior.
Recognize and treat any medical condition with appropriate techniques, equipment, and knowledge of all State and County protocols
Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention of a physician or emergency care
Interact with patients and their families in a compassionate manner
Interact with clinicians, other health professionals and staff in a courteous and professional manner
Effectively communicate and interact with patients and or agencies
Participate in ongoing professional development activities
Maintain a positive and professional work environment
Maintain the confidentiality of all Personal Health Information as dictated by HIPAA laws
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
LPN License
Blood Withdrawal / Phlebotomy experience
A minimum of 6 months of LPN experience
BLS with American Heart Association
Valid Driver's License in state of residency with 2+ years of driving experience, and an acceptable driving record
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to lift 50 - 60 lbs
Patient bedside experience preferred (preferred but not required)
Fluent bilingual English/Spanish, preferred
Must be comfortable driving and making home health visits independently
EEO/AAP Statement: DocGo is an equal opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to crafting and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. DocGo is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.
