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.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greenwich, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

* Medical, dental & vision

* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

* 401(k) Retirement Plan -…