LPN

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments by obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical histories, chief complaints, and medication information.
• Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Administer medications, immunizations, injections, and treatments as prescribed and within the scope of practice.
• Perform point-of-care testing, specimen collection, and basic laboratory procedures.
• Document patient information accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Coordinate patient care activities, including referrals, follow-up appointments, and patient education.
• Respond to patient inquiries and triage patient concerns according to established protocols.
• Assist with chronic disease management and preventive care initiatives.
• Maintain exam rooms, clinical supplies, and equipment to ensure readiness and compliance with infection control standards.
• Participate in quality improvement, risk management, and patient safety activities.
• Ensure compliance with FQHC, state, federal, OSHA, HIPAA, and HRSA requirements.
• Support care coordination efforts and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
• Participate in outreach and population health initiatives as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.

Licensure and Certification

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of South Carolina.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in primary care, family practice, community health, or an FQHC setting preferred.
• Experience working with diverse and underserved populations preferred.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and clinical support services under the supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or registered nurse. The LPN plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment, supporting the organization's mission to provide accessible and comprehensive healthcare services to underserved populations.