Licensed Practical Nurse

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Full-Time Professional New York, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Upper Room AIDS Ministry (URAM), a Federally Qualified Health Center under Harlem United, provides high-quality primary, specialty, dental, and wellness care in the heart of Harlem. All URAM employees are expected to uphold best practices in risk management, quality assurance, and exceptional patient-centered service.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a critical role in patient care, providing direct clinical support, assisting with diagnostic testing, vaccinations, and information gathering, while also managing key administrative tasks such as hospital discharge follow-ups, vaccine inventory, prior authorizations, and chronic disease monitoring. This role requires both clinical expertise and strong organizational skills to ensure seamless healthcare delivery.

Under the supervision of the Nursing Manager or Physician, the LPN collaborates within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The position requires strict adherence to New York State Department of Health regulations and scope of practice guidelines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and capable of managing a fast-paced workload with accuracy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary Care Nursing Responsibilities

Clinical

• Facilitate efficient patient flow within the primary care clinic.
• Administer injections as ordered by providers.
• Ensure exam rooms are fully stocked and prepared for patient care.
• Coordinate and prepare for Care Team Huddles to support team collaboration.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with protocols.
• Prepare equipment and aid physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients
• Verify chief complaint and take vital signs as requested.
• Review the EHR active medication list with patients.
• Conduct and document point-of-care tests based on protocol.
• Perform testing, immunization, and other injections, as directed by providers and clinic protocols.
• Perform phlebotomy as needed.
• Step in to perform key Medical Office Assistant (MOA) responsibilities when needed to maintain seamless patient care.

Administrative

• Perform prior authorizations and DME requests.
• Monitor and update patient monitoring databases (e.g hospital discharges, injectables, DOH reporting.)
• Monitor and respond to clinical messages.
• Under PCP's direction, provide abnormal test results to patients and provide recommendations.
• Assist patients in completing medical forms.
• Track and record vaccines provided through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.
• Monitor and document vaccine refrigerator temperature logs.
• Assist in coordinating patient care within the clinic and with external providers.
• Participate in collaborative activities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Maintain all environment of care quality logs
• Participate in scheduled clinic rounds to maintain the environment of care
• Ensure that the quality of care and environment are acceptable.
• Administer Directly Observed Therapy (DOT) as needed.
• Provide patient education under the direction of the Nurse Manager or Provider.
• Ensure adherence to Infection Control and quality of care standards.
• Comply with all New York State Department of Health/AIDS Institute regulations.
• Follow and uphold all nursing policies and procedures.
• Attend nursing conferences, as approved, to stay updated on primary care best practices.
• Support and engage in advocacy efforts addressing homelessness and HIV/AIDS.
• Initiate, track and follow-up with prior…