Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and clinical support services under the supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner, registered nurse, or other licensed healthcare provider. The LPN assists with patient assessment, treatment, education, care coordination, and documentation to support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered healthcare services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, medication lists, and chief complaints.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Administer medications, injections, immunizations, and treatments as ordered and within scope of practice.
• Perform point-of-care testing, specimen collection, EKGs, and other clinical procedures as assigned.
• Monitor patient conditions and report significant findings to the provider.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and chronic disease management.

Clinical Operations

• Process prescription refill requests according to provider protocols.
• Manage patient messages, telephone triage, and follow-up communications within scope of practice.
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and continuity of care activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure examination rooms are properly stocked, cleaned, and prepared for patient visits.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and compliance requirements.

Compliance and Safety

• Adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and safeguard protected health information.
• Follow infection control and workplace safety procedures.
• Participate in required training and competency assessments.

Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with providers, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff.
• Support organizational goals and patient care initiatives.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development activities.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing practices, medical terminology, and patient care procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, providers, and staff.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems and basic computer applications.

Preferred

• Previous experience in primary care, family medicine, community health, or ambulatory care.
• Experience with Athenahealth or other electronic health record systems.
• Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, and underserved populations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform clinical duties requiring manual dexterity and visual acuity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily a medical clinic setting involving direct patient interaction and exposure to common healthcare-related hazards. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and required as necessary.