Licensed Practical Nurse: Community Health Clinician

Washoe-Tribe-of-Nevada-; Gardnerville (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California is seeking an LPN/LVN to provide direct patient care under supervision within Tribal Health. The role involves triage, medication administration, patient education, and routine lab processing.

Qualified candidates must hold a Nevada LVN/LPN license and have at least two years of nursing experience. Preference is given to Qualified Native Americans; the position requires adherence to Tribal and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a vocational or practical nurse in Nevada and two years of qualifying nursing experience.
• Preference will be given to Qualified Native Americans.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient screening and triage; obtain patient health history.
• Administer medications and vaccinations.
• Assist in maintaining order and cleanliness in exam rooms and labs.
• Instruct patients in self-care, nutrition, and personal hygiene.
• Operate medical equipment (EKG, suction, inhalation therapy, spirometry).
• Support physicians and nurses in emergencies and patient care.

Skills

EHR proficiency

Windows & MS Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

Education

Nevada LVN/LPN license

Tools

Windows OS

MS Office (Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint)

Job description

The Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California is seeking an LPN/LVN to provide direct patient care under supervision within Tribal Health. The role involves triage, medication administration, patient education, and routine lab processing.

Qualified candidates must hold a Nevada LVN/LPN license and have at least two years of nursing experience. Preference is given to Qualified Native Americans; the position requires adherence to Tribal and accreditation standards.