Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Nashville CARES; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville CARES is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide comprehensive healthcare services. Join a dedicated team focused on HIV treatment and prevention, with a strong commitment to inclusive care. The role offers competitive compensation, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Employer-paid group life and long-term disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

CEU/training support for professional development

Supportive, inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• CMA or LPN license required.
• Minimum 2 years experience preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with clinical procedures and technical tasks.
• Collect vital signs and document medical histories.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient inquiries.

Skills

Patient Care

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Clinical Documentation

Phlebotomy

Education

CMA or LPN license in Tennessee

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Position Overview

Now Hiring: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Nashville, TN

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts

Compensation: $20–$26 per hour

Language Differential: Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) are eligible for an additional $4.00/hour

Job Summary

We’re seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who is passionate about inclusive healthcare and committed to promoting equity, customer service, and collaboration. Join a team that provides comprehensive services including HIV treatment, HIV prevention (PrEP and PEP), STI treatment and prevention, and a full range of sexual health services.

What’s in It for You

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Employer-paid group life and long-term disability insurance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• CEU/training support for professional development.
• Supportive, inclusive work environment.

What You’ll Do

• Assist patients in getting to their room, collect vital signs and document medical histories and current medications.
• Perform phlebotomy and administer medications, including injections.
• Collect specimens for in-office and external lab testing.
• Assist providers with clinical procedures and technical tasks.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, triage patient inquires, and complete documentation.
• Maintain a welcoming and professional environment; ensure cleanliness and organization of a clinical spaces and waiting areas.
• Handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality.
• De-escalate and manage challenging situations in a professional, patient-centered manner.
• Participate in required training (e.g., HIV prevention, Nashville CARES initiatives).
• Support quality improvement initiatives and clinic operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Current CMA or LPN license in Tennessee (Required).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification (Required).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical setting (Strongly Preferred).
• Familiarity with EMR systems (Preferred; please specify your experience).
• Bilingual in English/Spanish (Strongly Preferred) – eligible for pay differential.
• Ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate to Nashville, TN 37204 before the start date.

Who We Are:

Nashville CARES is an organization passionate about serving our clients and community. We provide prevention services to stop the spread of HIV in the community and medical care and support services to those living with HIV, with the hope of achieving a world where HIV infections are rare. When they do occur, we aim for everyone living with HIV to have access to care, treatment, and support to achieve optimal health and self-sufficiency without stigma or discrimination.

Visit our website at https://www.nashvillecares.org/

Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $26.00 /Hr.