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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Community-Based Clinic
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our community-based clinic.
The LPN will provide clinical support to patients across the lifespan, working closely with providers and other members of the healthcare team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Our ideal candidate is comfortable caring for both adult and pediatric patients, has strong clinical skills, and brings a positive attitude and willingness to adapt to the needs of a busy community clinic.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients across the lifespan within the LPN scope of practice
- Assist providers with examinations, procedures, treatments, and other clinical services
- Obtain and document vital signs, patient histories, and other clinical information
- Perform point-of-care testing and other nursing procedures
- Administer medications and immunizations according to provider orders, protocols, and applicable guidelines
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record
- Communicate effectively with patients, parents/guardians, providers, and other members of the healthcare team
- Assist with care coordination, referrals, follow-up, and patient education
- Maintain accurate immunization records and support compliance with the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program
- Utilize the Louisiana Immunization Network (LINKS)
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment
- Assist with daily clinic operations and other duties as needed
- Provide professional, compassionate, and respectful care to every patient
Qualifications
- Current Louisiana LPN license in good standing
- Previous clinical experience in a primary care or community-based setting preferred
- Pediatric nursing experience and/or strong pediatric clinical knowledge strongly preferred
- Comfortable providing care to both adult and pediatric patients
- Familiarity with Louisiana Immunization Network (LINKS)
- Familiarity with the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program
- Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) preferred
- Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Flexible and willing to assist with the needs of the clinic beyond a single assigned task
- Dependable, professional, and adaptable
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Commitment to providing excellent patient care and customer service
What We Offer
- Full-time Monday–Friday schedule
- Excellent benefits package
- Community-based clinical environment
- Opportunity to care for patients across the lifespan
- Collaborative, team-oriented workplace
- Meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the health of the community
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- LPN: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Louisiana LPN License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21