What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Tampa Family Health Centers?
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Tampa, Florida
Organization: Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC)
About Tampa Family Health Centers
At Tampa Family Health Centers, healthcare is more than a service, it is our mission. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide quality, compassionate, and accessible care to a culturally diverse community across Hillsborough County.
Our team is driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to positive change. We are proud to be recognized as a leader in empathy-driven, patient-centered care.
Joining TFHC means becoming part of a mission-driven organization where you will receive the support, training, and recognition needed to grow while making a meaningful impact in the community.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our care team. This role works under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider and supports the planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
The LPN will operate within the scope of their licensure while collaborating across clinical and administrative teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide direct, individualized nursing care under the supervision of an RN or Provider
- Assist with patient and family education
- Support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans
- Participate in team meetings and care coordination discussions
- Prepare, administer, and document medications in accordance with policy
- Assist in emergency situations as needed
- Prepare patients for examinations, including physical and gynecological exams
- Collect and document patient information accurately in the EHR
- Perform in-house lab tests and screenings (vision, hearing, etc.) per protocol
- Supervise and support Medical Assistants during clinical procedures
- Maintain compliance with OSHA and HIPAA standards
- Follow infection control protocols and assist with staff training on equipment
- Provide float coverage to other centers as needed
- Assist with onboarding and training of new team members
- Maintain required CEUs and pursue ongoing professional development
- Support TFHC’s mission, vision, and values in all interactions
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program
- Active and unrestricted LPN license in the State of Florida
- Current BLS certification
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred
Skills & Abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
- High attention to detail and ability to follow clinical protocols
- Commitment to delivering patient-centered care
- Flexibility to support multiple locations as needed
Benefits & Rewards
Tampa Family Health Centers offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and long-term career goals.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plus personal day
- 7 paid company holidays
- Affordable medical insurance with multiple plan options
- $0 copay for eligible employee medical visits and diagnostic testing at TFHC locations when enrolled in a TFHC medical plan
- Discounted pharmacy services through TFHC pharmacies when enrolled in a TFHC medical plan
- Dental insurance with $0 employee-only premium
- Low-cost vision insurance
- Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
- Employer-paid Long-Term Disability insurance after eligibility requirements are met
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability coverage
- Optional additional Life and AD&D coverage for employees and eligible family members
- Optional Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution after eligibility requirements are met
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential counseling and work/life support for areas such as childcare, elder care, financial concerns, legal questions, and other everyday needs
- Student loan refinancing and financial wellness resources
- Pet insurance
- Access to benefits support for questions regarding coverage, claims, providers, and plan options
Why Join Tampa Family Health Centers?
At TFHC, you will be part of a team that values compassion, collaboration, and excellence. We are committed to supporting our employees with the tools and opportunities needed to grow while making a meaningful impact in the community.
Join Our Team
If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and make a difference, we encourage you to apply today.