Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Bilingual Spanish

Job Description

This role offers an opportunity for a caring, dedicated, and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse to support a primary care team within a Federally Qualified Health Center. The position focuses on providing high-quality ambulatory care to children and adults, including those living in or near public housing, while promoting continuity of care, patient engagement, and adherence to clinical and regulatory standards in a community-focused, nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities

+ Provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care in an ambulatory primary care setting serving children and adults.

+ Support primary care and specialty clinics and programs by addressing barriers to care and promoting continuity of care through proactive patient outreach and engagement.

+ Coordinate care management and core coordination activities to help patients navigate healthcare services and follow care plans.

+ Handle clinical communications, including answering phone calls and responding to electronic messages, and escalate patient concerns to the registered nurse or provider as appropriate.

+ Perform and support clinical testing and procedures within the LPN scope of practice, demonstrating accuracy, safety, and professionalism.

+ Ensure the proper functioning of medical equipment and promptly report any issues or malfunctions.

+ Manage clinical supplies, including monitoring inventory and restocking exam rooms and clinical areas as needed.

+ Maintain exam rooms in a clean, organized, and safe condition, following infection prevention and control protocols at all times.

+ Participate in quality assurance and population health initiatives, such as UDS and HEDIS, to monitor and improve service quality and operational efficiency.

+ Sustain a neat, orderly workspace and ensure strict adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, HRSA, and Joint Commission guidelines.

+ Demonstrate respect for patient autonomy and dignity in all interactions, providing culturally sensitive care and clear, professional communication.

+ Collaborate effectively with physicians, registered nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to support coordinated, team-based care.

+ Fully adhere to organizational policies, procedures, standing orders, and clinical protocols to ensure safe and consistent care delivery.

+ Document patient encounters and clinical activities accurately and promptly in the electronic health record system.

+ Perform other related duties as assigned to support high-quality primary and specialty care services.

Essential Skills

+ Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program.

+ Current, active LPN license in the state of Connecticut.

+ Current CPR/BLS certification.

+ Minimum of 2-4 years of related clinical experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting.

+ Experience in primary care, ambulatory care, or acute care environments.

+ Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.

+ Ability to manage care coordination and care management activities in a primary care setting.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced clinical environment.

+ Strong interpersonal and customer service skills to provide a positive patient experience.

+ Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English.

+ Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and other regulatory requirements.

+ Ability to use or learn electronic health record systems, including Epic.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health setting.

+ Familiarity with pediatric patient care in an ambulatory or primary care environment.

+ Experience supporting specialty clinics and programs within a primary care setting.

+ Understanding of population health metrics and quality programs such as UDS and HEDIS.

+ Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA, CLIA, HRSA, and Joint Commission standards and guidelines.

+ Demonstrated ability to maintain a neat, organized workspace…