PRN LPN

PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Reports to: Nurse CoordinatorStatus: PRN / As Needed | Non-Exempt (Hourly $28.50 - $36.25)Job Purpose: The PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate patient-centered care by providing nursing services within the LPN's scope of practice, organizational policies, and applicable state and federal requirements at a Federally Qualified Community Health Center. This position provides flexible clinical staffing support to meet patient care needs, maintain access to services, and support continuity of operations during periods of increased demand, employee absences, or other staffing needs. The PRN LPN helps promote positive patient outcomes, reduce avoidable gaps in care, support compliance with clinical quality measures, and ensure appropriate use of healthcare resources. Through collaboration with providers, registered nurses, and other members of the care team, the LPN supports continuous improvement in the quality, safety, accessibility, and effectiveness of patient care. The PRN LPN collaborates with providers, nurses, medical assistants, and other members of the care team to support patient assessment, care coordination, treatment implementation, patient education, and timely and accurate documentation. This position is expected to demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to Heartland's mission to welcome all who need care.Duties & ResponsibilitiesCollect focused patient information, observe and document symptoms and changes in condition, and promptly report findings requiring RN or provider assessment.Implement established nursing and provider plans of care, perform assigned interventions, and report patient responses, concerns, or unexpected outcomes to the RN or authorized provider.Support telephone and in-person patient intake by gathering relevant information and identifying red flags requiring prompt RN or provider triage. The LPN does not independently perform comprehensive RN-level triage or nursing assessment.Reinforce patient and family education, support chronic disease follow-up and care coordination, and communicate patient needs, responses, and barriers to the appropriate care-team member.Follow emergency protocols and report patient safety events, medication errors, near misses, and other clinical concerns.Collaborate with RNs, providers, CMAs, and other care-team members to promote safe, coordinated, and timely patient care.Clinic OperationsSupport patient intake, rooming, check-out, patient messages, clinical procedures, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and preparation of examination rooms, supplies, and equipment.Prioritize assigned work to support efficient patient flow, timely access, and effective use of clinical resources.Provide flexible coverage based on operational needs, appropriate orientation, and demonstrated competencies; assist with CMA responsibilities when appropriate to the LPN role and scope of practice.Identify workflow concerns, supply needs, and barriers to patient care and communicate them to the appropriate supervisor.Quality Improvement and Value-Based CareSupport quality improvement, population health, and value-based care initiatives by identifying care gaps and assisting with preventive services, screenings, immunizations, chronic disease follow-up, and patient outreach.Promote continuity of care through patient education, follow-up coordination, and identification of barriers to care, including medication access and social needs.Maintain accurate, timely documentation to support care coordination, quality measures, payer reporting, and clinical decision-making.Follow evidence-based protocols and participate in assigned quality audits, performance improvement activities, training, and workflow improvements to enhance patient outcomes, safety, and responsible resource utilization.Participate in pre-visit planning and daily huddles.Documentation, Compliance, and Professional PracticeMaintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation and comply with applicable Kansas nursing requirements, HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, infection prevention standards, and Heartland policies.Follow established clinical protocols, standing orders, medication safety procedures, and applicable supervision and delegation requirements; promptly escalate concerns beyond the LPN's scope or authority.Maintain required licensure, certifications, and competencies; participate in required training and demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and respectful communication.PRN Employment and Scheduling ExpectationsProvide coverage on an as-needed basis according to patient care demands and organizational staffing needs.Maintain and communicate availability, respond to shift offers, and follow established scheduling, attendance, call-out, and cancellation procedures in accordance with Heartland's PRN Employment Policy.Complete required orientation and competency validation before performing assigned duties and accept assignments only in areas for which appropriately trained.Meet established performance, availability, and employment expectations. PRN status does not guarantee minimum hours, a regular schedule, or continued availability of shifts.Perform other related duties consistent with the position, demonstrated competencies, applicable law, and organizational needs.QualificationsCurrent, unencumbered Kansas LPN license or valid multistate privilege authorizing practice in Kansas.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Knowledge of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, limitations of practical nursing practice, and appropriate direction and escalation.Ability to serve pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations as appropriate to assignment.Ambulatory care experience preferred; demonstrated competence in authorized procedures and EHR use.Working Conditions & Physical RequirementsWork is primarily performed indoors in an environmentally controlled healthcare setting, with close contact with patients, coworkers, and visitors.Requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, bending, and frequent use of hands to operate clinical equipment and electronic systems.May involve prolonged standing, repetitive tasks, interruptions, competing priorities, and emotionally challenging or urgent situations.May involve exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and other risks typical of an ambulatory healthcare setting.Must be able to respond appropriately to emergencies and carry out the essential functions safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and applicable law.DetailsPRN (as needed), non-exempt, hourly.Variable schedule of 0–29 hours per week, based on staffing and operational needs. Hours are not guaranteed and may fluctuate from week to week.PRN employees are expected to work a minimum of 24 hours per calendar month (equivalent to three 8-hour shifts), provided sufficient shifts are made available by Heartland.Employees must communicate their availability to their supervisor in advance and maintain sufficient availability to meet the minimum monthly work requirement.Shifts may be scheduled Monday through Friday, including evenings, and Saturdays as needed. Once a shift is accepted or assigned, employees are expected to fulfill their scheduled hours and comply with Heartland's attendance and call-off policies.Employees may be assigned to any Heartland Community Health Center location, department, or care team based on operational needs.Work schedules, hours, and assignments may be modified by the supervisor to accommodate staffing and patient care needs.Failure to meet the minimum monthly work requirement for two consecutive calendar months due to insufficient availability, declined shifts, or other unapproved circumstances may result in a review of continued PRN eligibility, up to and including separation from employment. Exceptions will be considered for insufficient shifts offered, legally protected leave, approved accommodations, and other approved circumstances.Not eligible for work from home, except as otherwise authorized under Heartland policy.