Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)ChesPenn Health Services is a network of community health centers serving Chester and Delaware Counties in southeastern Pennsylvania. Our mission is to provide quality, integrated, and culturally sensitive medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare to adults and children regardless of income, insurance status, or ability to pay. Our goal is to provide a healthcare home for every person living in the communities we serve. Be part of our mission to care for your community. This is a job that will love you back.Position SummaryChesPenn Health Services is seeking a patient-focused Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support clinical care in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting. This position is based at the Center for Family Health in Chester, PA, a busy primary care practice providing adult medicine, pediatrics, and women's health services. The LPN works as part of a multidisciplinary care team supporting a diverse and underserved patient population.QualificationsCompletion of an accredited Practical Nursing ProgramCurrent, unrestricted Pennsylvania Licensed Practical Nurse licenseCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certificationPrior experience as an LPN in an outpatient or community health setting preferredExperience working with diverse, underserved, or high-risk populations preferredCurrent COVID-19 and influenza vaccination requiredKnowledge, Skills, and ExperienceAbility to perform a variety of clinical support tasks in a fast-paced primary care environmentDemonstrated ability to obtain and document patient histories and vital signsDemonstrated ability to perform venipuncture and CLIA-waived laboratory testingDemonstrated ability to administer injections and vaccinations per protocolKnowledge of infection control, safety, and sanitation standardsUnderstanding of HIPAA confidentiality requirements and patient privacy best practicesFamiliarity with electronic health records and clinical documentationExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care teamCompassionate, patient-centered approach with the ability to manage stress effectivelyWhat You'll DoPerform clinical duties under the direction of a licensed provider or Registered NursePrepare patients for provider visits by obtaining medical history, vital signs, growth parameters, and reason for visitAssist providers during examinations and proceduresAdminister injections and vaccinations according to clinical protocolsPerform venipuncture and collect specimens for laboratory testingConduct visual and auditory screenings as appropriateAccurately document patient care and clinical activities in the electronic health recordSupport quality improvement initiatives and compliance with HRSA, state, and federal requirementsModel ChesPenn's commitment to an outstanding, trauma-informed patient experienceDemonstrate teamwork and professionalism in support of co-workers and organizational goalsOccasional evening or weekend hours may be required based on operational needsWhat We OfferMedical, dental, and vision insurance401 (k), retirement accountLife insuranceGenerous vacation, sick, and personal leaveTuition reimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramChesPenn Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Because employees work with families and children and due to the sensitive nature of patient medical information, all applicants who receive and accept employment offers must successfully complete child abuse and criminal background checks prior to hire.NOTE: ChesPenn uses a web-based application portal and email system to communicate with applicants. Please add View email address on click.appcast.io to your contact list to ensure receipt of all correspondence.