What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Cornell Scott-Hill health?
About the Role
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential clinical support within our healthcare team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a patient-focused environment, demonstrates strong clinical judgment, and is committed to delivering high-quality care. The LPN works closely with providers to support day-to-day clinical operations while serving as a resource and support for nursing staff and Medical Assistants. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care activities, providing clinical support to healthcare providers, coordinating and monitoring patient care needs, and helping to ensure efficient clinical workflow. The LPN also provides guidance and supervisory assistance to nursing staff, supports Medical Assistants in their daily responsibilities, and advocates for patients throughout their care experience. This position plays a key role in maintaining quality standards, promoting positive patient outcomes, and ensuring compassionate, efficient care delivery across the practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Record a patient’s medical history accurately
- Accurately take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate and other vitals
- Prescribe and administer medication to patients and monitor patients while on such medications
- Contact patients with test results and diet teaching
- Administer injections, clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with patients, pharmacies, other providers or home care agencies
Required Qualifications
- 3 years of previous LPN experience.
- Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology, previous use of EPIC EMRs are required.
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office and data entry
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
- Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
Why Join Us
Cornell Scott–Hill Health Center offers a competitive and mission‑driven environment with outstanding benefits, including:
- Above‑market, competitive salaries
- Sign-on bonus available for eligible positions and qualified candidates.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short/Long‑Term Disability
- License reimbursement
- Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment Program may be available for qualified candidates.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility is available through qualifying employment.
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) with up to 5% match
CS-HHC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Salary : $27 - $35