Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Omaha, NE

Two full-time position | Livestock Exchange Campus - Peds Clinic & Family Practice Clinic (30th & L) 40 hours | All Monday - Friday

Job Duties

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the general supervision of the medical providers. The LPN is responsible for the nursing practices, policies, and procedures of OneWorld Community Health Centers within the LPN scope of practice. Supervision of Health Assistants and Medical Assistants may be required.

• Provides clinical nursing services to patients within the LPN scope of practice, in an effort to meet the goal of providing primary healthcare services to OneWorld patients.
• Assists providers in healthcare activities, performs diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures, and administers medications as necessary.
• Ensures an appropriate environment for the administration of healthcare services by keeping exam rooms, nurse's station, equipment, and other work areas clean, safe, and orderly.
• In the absence of a laboratory technician, performs routine lab procedures.
• Assists the Registered Nurse(s) with phone and walk-in triage. Communicates with patients in a courteous and professional manner. Gathers information and determines the disposition of the patient, under the direction of the provider or RN.
• Utilizes the nursing process to solve problems as they arise in the clinic. Seeks out the advice of a licensed provider or RN as needed.
• Directs the activities of Health Assistants and Medical Assistant and provides day-to-day supervision.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from an accredited school required.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Nebraska required; or license eligibility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• One year or more of nursing experience preferred.
• Proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office products required; experience with an Electronic Health Record (EHR) preferred.
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish required.
• Demonstrated ability to relate with warmth and empathy to OneWorld patients and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.

OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. provides a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; 401(k); free fitness center, and more. If you want to apply your unique skillset to a diverse, caring, growing nonprofit that serves 50,000+ patients, please apply.

You can make a difference in your life and the lives of others.

OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all hiring and employment practices. We are committed to equal treatment for all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

OneWorld Community Health Centers