What You'll Do
As an LPN, you will work closely with providers, nurses, and other members of the care team to provide comprehensive clinical support, including:
- Assess and monitor patients' conditions and conduct health risk assessments.
- Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and diagnostic procedures.
- Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations as ordered by providers.
- Reconcile medications and maintain accurate medication lists in the electronic health record.
- Provide education to patients regarding medications, treatments, health maintenance, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Obtain specimens and perform appropriate in-house laboratory testing.
- Coordinate and track laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic results and follow up with patients as directed.
- Assist with identifying and addressing gaps in care and support patient panel management.
- Coordinate and track referrals, including referrals to community resources.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic health record.
- Participate in daily team huddles and pre-visit planning.
- Maintain clinical supplies and ensure appropriate inventory for the care team.
- Maintain quality control of in-house testing equipment and monitor/document refrigerator temperatures.
- Sterilize equipment according to established protocols.
- Follow all infection prevention, safety, and biohazardous waste procedures.
- Provide professional, compassionate, and respectful service to patients, families, visitors, and coworkers.
- Support the overall goals of the clinical team and perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
- Current, unrestricted South Carolina LPN license.
- Current CPR certification.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
- Basic computer skills and ability to use electronic health records.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two years of LPN experience in a healthcare setting.
- Experience in primary care, ambulatory care, community health, or a federally qualified health center (FQHC).
- Experience with electronic medical records/EHR systems.
- Experience with care coordination, referrals, patient education, or population health activities.
What Makes You a Great Fit?
We are looking for someone who is:
- Compassionate: You genuinely care about patients and treat everyone with dignity and respect.
- Team-oriented: You enjoy collaborating with providers and coworkers to deliver quality care.
- Patient-focused: You understand the importance of listening to patients and helping them understand their healthcare.
- Organized: You can manage multiple priorities while maintaining accurate documentation.
- Dependable: You take ownership of your responsibilities and follow through.
- Professional: You demonstrate integrity, confidentiality, courtesy, and respect in every interaction.
Physical & Work Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
- Stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform activities necessary to provide patient care.
- Move independently throughout the clinical environment.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
- Perform duties that may involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials while following all required infection control and safety procedures.
As an LPN with Family Health Centers, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey, assisting providers, coordinating care, providing education, and helping patients achieve better health outcomes.
If you are a motivated LPN who is passionate about patient care and wants to be part of a team that makes a difference, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today to join Family Health Centers, Inc. and make a difference in the lives of the patients we serve.
Family Health Centers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.