Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Role Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate primary care services within a clinic setting serving a frail and elderly population. Working under the direction of the Clinic Practice Manager and in close collaboration with physicians, Registered Nurses, and an interdisciplinary care team, the LPN/LVN supports comprehensive, patient-centered care through medication administration, clinical assessments, participant education, and care coordination. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform delegated nursing services within the clinic setting in accordance with scope of practice and under the supervision of the Clinic Practice Manager

• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team and RN Care Manager to plan and implement interventions aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care

• Administer prescribed medications, vaccinations, and treatments following nursing standards and document all care appropriately

• Withdraw blood from patients as instructed and within scope of practice, as designated

• Maintain accurate and timely medical records and meet all charting and reporting requirements

• Observe, document, and report patient conditions and responses to medications or treatments to physicians and care team members

• Triage patients within scope of practice to determine urgency and priority of care

• Educate patients and family members/caregivers on medications, treatments, and care instructions

• Prepare equipment and assist providers during examinations, treatments, and diagnostic testing

• Support clinic operations by assisting with daily appointments, patient flow, and emergency situations

• Respond to incoming telephone calls and appropriately route or address concerns

• Maintain exam rooms, ensure cleanliness, stock necessary supplies, and place items on reorder lists as needed

• Monitor expiration dates of medications and clinic supplies on a scheduled basis

• Communicate effectively during interdisciplinary team meetings, clinic meetings, and other assigned meetings

• Assist, as assigned, with scheduling specialist appointments, coordinating hospital admissions, and providing reports to receiving units

• Follow all organizational policies, procedures, and OSHA safety guidelines

• Maintain confidentiality of all patient, family, and organizational information

• Handle potentially infectious specimens using appropriate biohazard and universal precautions

• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to established safety protocols

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance enhancement activities

• Engage in required continuing education, staff training, and professional development

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support clinic and patient care operations

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

• Current LPN/LVN license in good standing in the required state

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (must be obtained within 90 days of employment)

• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and minimum state-required auto liability insurance

• Medical clearance for communicable diseases with immunizations up to date prior to direct patient contact

• Ability to pass a comprehensive pre-employment background check, including license verification, education verification, reference checks, exclusion lists, and drug screening

Desired Qualifications

• One year of experience working as an LPN/LVN (strongly preferred)

• IV Certification (preferred)

• At least one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population (preferred)

  • If not present, training will be provided upon hire

• Strong communication, teamwork, and patient-education skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary clinic environment

Location & Work Type

• Work Type: On-site, clinic-based role

• Setting: Primary care clinic serving a frail and elderly population