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Long Term Care Associate Patient Care Assistant Multifil (DOH/NMBHI #13340+)

Salary

 

$16.50 - $24.75 Hourly

$34,320 - $51,480 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C2

Posting Details

 
The New Mexico Behavioral Health institute - Meadows Long term Facility is located on Las Vegas, New Mexico. It provides long-term and skilled nursing service. the facility has 162 nursing home, skilled-nursing living beds. Services for residents are provided 24/7, focusing on maintaining or improving their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being under a personalized plan of care developed by licensed health professionals.

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?

 
Provide direct personal care and related support to long-term care facility residents to maintain quality care services and provide an optimum quality of life. Ensures adherence to Department of Health and facility policies and procedures.

How does it get done?

 
-Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs. 

-Turn or reposition bedridden patients. 

-Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising. 

-Review patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives appropriate diet.

-Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Who are the customers?

 
The primary customers are the future residents and now are unable to live in their respective communities due to failing health.

Ideal Candidate

 
The Ideal Candidate would have:

-The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

-The ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.

-The willingness to handle difficult residents with patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm.

-The ability to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel and support agencies.

Minimum Qualification

 
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess a valid Driver's License.

Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate.

1.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.
2.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 & Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Working Conditions

 

Supplemental Information

 

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

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

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.

Date Posted
03/19/2026
Job Reference
162142
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Category
Allied Health
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