Clinic LPN: No Weekends, No Call | Compassionate Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, and life 보험

PTO and extended illness benefits

401(k) with company match

Career development and advancement

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Student loan support

Rewards and recognition programs

Collaborative culture

Pet insurance / Identity protection /

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver essential nursing care in a clinic setting under the supervision of licensed practitioners or RNs.

The role includes direct patient care, administering medications, performing diagnostic tests, and documenting patient information in the EMR, while upholding HIPAA and confidentiality standards. The LPN will collaborate with providers to support care plans, educate patients, and maintain a safe, sanitized clinic

Qualifications

• 0–2 years experience in a clinical or outpatient setting.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records for documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication with patients and staff.
• Understanding of infection control and clinic safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient intake, including observing, collecting, and documenting current symptoms, medical history, medications, and vital signs in the electronic medical record.
• Provides direct patient care, including administering medications via oral, inhalation, or injection routes, applying and changing bandages, cleaning wounds, and assisting with medical and surgical procedures.
• Conducts diagnostic testing such as EKGs and basic lab tests, ensuring proper sample collection and documentation.
• Ensures timely follow-up with patients by responding to portal messages, phone calls, and test results, adhering to clinic communication policies.
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, medication management, and preventative care, utilizing materials approved by providers.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers to support patient care plans, advocating for patient health and well-being.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized clinic environment, including equipment and hazardous materials disposal per infection control protocols.
• Monitors and updates daily logs, such as narcotics, refrigerator temperatures, vaccines, and expiration dates, ensuring compliance with clinic policies.
• Serves as a liaison between patients, providers, and families, demonstrating empathy, compassion, and adherence to privacy laws, including HIPAA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Direct patient care

Medication administration

Diagnostic testing

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver essential nursing care in a clinic setting under the supervision of licensed practitioners or RNs.

The role includes direct patient care, administering medications, performing diagnostic tests, and documenting patient information in the EMR, while upholding HIPAA and confidentiality standards. The LPN will collaborate with providers to support care plans, educate patients, and maintain a safe, sanitized clinic