Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Department: Clinic

Position type: Full Time 37.5 Hours

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team under the direction of the Supervisor, Nursing. This role provides high-quality patient care, supports clinic operations, and contributes to an exceptional patient experience through collaboration and adherence to best practices.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assists providers in delivering patient care under the supervision of RNs and/or providers.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patients to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Aids providers during examinations and treatments.
• Works with the interdisciplinary health care team to facilitate care and maintain patient engagement through positive communication and teamwork.
• Administers treatments, nursing interventions, injections, and immunizations.
• Reinforces patient education on self-injection, medications, and other treatments.
• Rooms patients, takes vitals, and updates patient information.
• Collects samples (e.g., urine) and performs tests such as EKGs as required.
• Maintains exam rooms by cleaning between visits and stocking daily.
• Documents patient care clearly, accurately, and timely according to policy.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities.
• Flexes as needed to cover LPN or MOA absences across different locations.
• Practices within the NYS LPN scope of practice and maintains annual competencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with EPIC EMR preferred.
• Demonstrates professionalism, stress management, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience:

• Current NYS LPN licensure and CPR certification required.
• Experience in community-based healthcare settings, pediatrics, and/or women's health preferred.
• Experience with chronic disease management in an outpatient setting desired.
• Previous experience with Electronic Health Records; EPIC EMR preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Work primarily performed in a clinic setting with occasional travel to off-site locations.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting, computer work, and frequent verbal/written communication.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Trillium Health promotes Equal Employment Opportunity for all, respecting diverse backgrounds, cultures, races, ages, experiences, and opinions. Employees must meet department performance standards and participate in compliance audits, process improvement, and quality improvement plans.