LNA

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)

Primary Care / FQHC Clinic Setting

Department:

Clinical Services

Status:

Full-Time (3640 hours/week)

Work Location:

Berlin & Gorham Clinics

Reports To:

Nurse Manager / Clinical Supervisor / Designee

Clinical Supervision:

RN, APRN, or LPN

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Role Summary

The LNA supports safe, efficient, patient-centered care in an outpatient Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role assists the care team with patient flow, rooming, basic clinical support, documentation, infection prevention, and maintaining an organized clinical environment. All duties are performed under appropriate clinical supervision and within New Hampshire LNA scope, organizational policy, and demonstrated competency.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare exam rooms and support daily clinic flow

Escort, room, and assist patients during visits

Obtain and document basic patient data such as height, weight, temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and pain score

Observe patients and promptly report concerns or changes to clinical support staff

Assist providers and nurses during exams and approved procedures

Support infection prevention, room turnover, equipment cleaning, and supply stocking

Document assigned information accurately in the electronic health record

Reinforce instructions already provided by clinical support staff

Support a respectful, culturally responsive, team-based care environment

Assist with quality improvement and patient access goals

Qualifications

Current active New Hampshire LNA license

CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe

Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills

Basic computer and electronic health record skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Prior ambulatory, primary care, or community health experience preferred

Important Role Notes

This role practices under the supervision of an RN, APRN, or LPN

The LNA does not independently assess, triage, diagnose, or provide clinical advice

All duties must remain within legal scope, training, and validated competency

Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

New Role
Opportunity

This is a newly developed clinic role. The right candidate will help define and shape the position as workflows and team needs evolve.