Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About this position Description: Our Mission To transform lives by providing exceptional, accessible, and compassionate healthcare experiences for all. Our Vision Care Alliance will be the health center of choice, delivering compassionate, high-quality, and innovative healthcare that empowers individuals and strengthens communities. We are committed to advocacy, accessibility, and excellence, ensuring every patient receives the care they deserve with dignity, respect, and unwavering support. Our Values Accessibility: We are committed to eliminating barriers to care, ensuring that every individual—regardless of background or circumstance—has access to high-quality healthcare. Collaboration: Our strength comes from collaboration, fostering communication and teamwork among employees, patients, and community stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Accountability: We are unwavering in our commitment to accountability, upholding the highest standards in patient care, employee well-being, and organizational excellence. Compassion: We treat every person with dignity, empathy, and respect, building trust through genuine care and understanding. Innovation: We embrace change and seek out creative solutions to continuously improve the experiences of our employees, patients, and community. Excellence: We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence, ensuring superior clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and transformative patient experiences. Community Impact: We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve, dedicated to creating positive, sustainable change through outreach, advocacy, and partnerships. Position Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and clinical support within the outpatient primary care setting. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider, the LPN assists in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to diverse and underserved populations. Requirements: Competencies/Responsibilities: *Include but are not limited to: Prepare patients for examination by obtaining vital signs, medical history updates, and medication reconciliation Assist providers during patient examinations and procedures Administer medications, injections, and immunizations according to provider orders and standing protocols Perform point-of-care testing and collect laboratory specimens as appropriate Support daily clinic operations and patient flow Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record Assist with care coordination activities including referrals, lab tracking, and follow-up care Support preventive screening initiatives including immunizations and health screenings Assist providers with chronic disease management activities such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma monitoring Participate in outreach and follow-up efforts to improve patient adherence to care plans Work collaboratively with providers, registered nurses, medical assistants, and care coordination staff Participate in daily team huddles and care planning activities Communicate patient concerns or changes in condition to appropriate clinical staff Adhere to clinical policies, procedures, and infection control guidelines Support organizational quality improvement initiatives and reporting requirements Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations Knowledge of basic nursing principles and clinical procedures Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient environment Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based care model Commitment to providing culturally competent care to diverse populations Minimum Education and Experience: Required: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Ohio Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required One year of clinical experience preferred Experience in primary care, community health, or ambulatory care preferred Experience with electronic health records preferred Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the clinic during shifts Ability to lift and assist patients as needed Manual dexterity required for clinical procedures and equipment operation Salary Information $27 - $30 hourly wage #J-18808-Ljbffr