Licensed Practical Nurse

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salaries

Sign-on bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with up to 5% match

Job summary

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) based in New Haven, Connecticut. This key role involves providing essential clinical support within a patient-focused healthcare team. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, administering medications, and coordinating clinical workflows, ensuring efficient care delivery.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of LPN experience, familiarity with medical best practices, strong communication skills, and a commitment to quality patient outcomes. The position offers above-market salaries, a sign-on bonus, comprehensive insurance, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of previous LPN experience.
• Familiarity with hospital health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Strong working knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities and coordinate needs.
• Administer medication and monitor patients.
• Communicate with patients and healthcare providers.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical judgement

Excellent communication

Education

LPN license program

Tools

EPIC EMRs

MS Office

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential clinical support within our healthcare team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a patient-focused environment, demonstrates strong clinical judgment, and is committed to delivering high-quality care. The LPN works closely with providers to support day-to-day clinical operations while serving as a resource and support for nursing staff and Medical Assistants. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care activities, providing clinical support to healthcare providers, coordinating and monitoring patient care needs, and helping to ensure efficient clinical workflow. The LPN also provides guidance and supervisory assistance to nursing staff, supports Medical Assistants in their daily responsibilities, and advocates for patients throughout their care experience. This position plays a key role in maintaining quality standards, promoting positive patient outcomes, and ensuring compassionate, efficient care delivery across the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Record a patient’s medical history accurately
• Accurately take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate and other vitals
• Prescribe and administer medication to patients and monitor patients while on such medications
• Contact patients with test results and diet teaching
• Administer injections, clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
• Communicate with patients, pharmacies, other providers or home care agencies

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of previous LPN experience.
• Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology, previous use of EPIC EMRs are required.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office and data entry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and able to handle stressSuccessful completion of LPN license program is a must

Why Join Us

Cornell Scott–Hill Health Center offers a competitive and mission‑driven environment with outstanding benefits, including:

• Above‑market, competitive salaries
• Sign‑on bonus available for eligible positions and qualified candidates.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short/Long‑Term Disability
• License reimbursement
• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment Program may be available for qualified candidates.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility is available through qualifying employment.
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with up to 5% match

CS-HHC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.