Licensed Practical Nurse - Primary Care/Pediatrics

Reports to: Clinical Development Manager

Rate of pay: $18.72/hour - $21.69/hour

Work schedule: Monday - Friday, primarily day shift; the day-to-day schedule may vary slightly based on the needs of the Health Center; no evenings, no weekends, no major holidays

POSITION SUMMARY:The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) shall carry out direct nursing care to patients of the health center under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres to statutory and regulatory requirements in regard to certification and quality of health care as well as agency-approved policies and procedures.
• Interviews patients, obtains vital signs, prepares patients for exams, and assists providers with exams and/or treatments.
• Updates and ensures the accuracy of patients' electronic medical records.
• Take patient telephone calls to identify emergent and non-emergent appointment criteria.
• Oversees telephone prescriptions and refills to pharmacies.
• Maintains coordination of services with individuals and/or qualified persons.
• Coordinates with vendors to ensure delivery of prescribed equipment as needed.
• Cooperates with providers and personnel to ensure quality programs, regular reviews, and accurate data collection.
• Assists with ordering and maintaining medical supplies and equipment.
• Acts as a member of the team, assuring services are appropriate to meet the needs of each patient.
• Advises supervisor of unmet needs of the health center to help expand services for patients.
• Maintains standard of infection control.
• Other responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

• Licensed Practical Nursing Certification.
• Experience in community nursing is preferred.
• Current BLS Certification
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with others.
• Exhibits a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in dealing with issues.
• Excellent computer skills. Electronic medical record experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., lift and support patients with and without help.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Regular exposure to infectious diseases, blood and airborne pathogens, needle sticks, hygiene issues, and other odors.
• Able to tolerate clinical smells.
• Ability to read digital readouts, recognize colors, and operate necessary medical equipment.
• Ability to operate mechanical devices used by patients.
• Ability to wear necessary hospital masks, gowns, gloves, and close-toed shoes.

Benefits:

Community Health Center of the North Country offers eligible employees excellent, affordable benefits options. Options include medical, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Term Life/AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401(k), and other elective programs. We also offer generous time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time, as well as paid holidays.