Licensed Practical Nurse

6AM City, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

6AM City, LLC is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care in a clinic setting. The LPN will support physicians and advanced practice providers with assessments, treatments, education, and documentation.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with examinations, administering medications, performing point-of-care testing, coordinating referrals, and ensuring accurate EHR records.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois LPN license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing practices and medical terminology.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, providers, and staff.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain vitals, medical histories, medications, and chief complaints.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Administer medications, injections, immunizations, and treatments as ordered and within scope of practice.
• Perform point-of-care testing, specimen collection, EKGs, and other clinical procedures as assigned.
• Monitor patient conditions and report significant findings to the provider.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and chronic disease management.
• Process prescription refill requests according to provider protocols.
• Manage patient messages, telephone triage, and follow-up communications within scope of practice.
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and continuity of care activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure examination rooms are properly stocked, cleaned, and prepared for patient visits.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and compliance requirements.

Skills

Communication

Clinical nursing

Patient education

EHR proficiency

Tools

Athenahealth

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Job Description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and clinical support services under the supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner, registered nurse, or other licensed healthcare provider. The LPN assists with patient assessment, treatment, education, care coordination, and documentation to support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered healthcare services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, medication lists, and chief complaints.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Administer medications, injections, immunizations, and treatments as ordered and within scope of practice.
• Perform point-of-care testing, specimen collection, EKGs, and other clinical procedures as assigned.
• Monitor patient conditions and report significant findings to the provider.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and chronic disease management.

Clinical Operations

• Process prescription refill requests according to provider protocols.
• Manage patient messages, telephone triage, and follow-up communications within scope of practice.
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and continuity of care activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure examination rooms are properly stocked, cleaned, and prepared for patient visits.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and compliance requirements.

Compliance and Safety

• Adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and safeguard protected health information.
• Follow infection control and workplace safety procedures.
• Participate in required training and competency assessments.

Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with providers, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff.
• Support organizational goals and patient care initiatives.
• Participate in staff meetings and ongoing professional development activities.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing practices, medical terminology, and patient care procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, providers, and staff.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems and basic computer applications.

Preferred

• Previous experience in primary care, family medicine, community health, or ambulatory care.
• Experience with Athenahealth or other electronic health record systems.
• Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, and underserved populations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform clinical duties requiring manual dexterity and visual acuity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily a medical clinic setting involving direct patient interaction and exposure to common healthcare-related hazards. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and required as necessary.