Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

TEEMA; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA seeks an LPN/LVN to join a primary care clinic serving a frail and elderly population. You will work under the Clinic Practice Manager and collaborate with physicians, RNs, and the care team to provide medication administration, assessments, education, and care coordination.

Responsibilities include nursing services, documentation, triage, and support for scheduling and admissions. LPN/LVN license in good standing and BLS are required; degree from accredited program preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current LPN/LVN license in good standing in the required state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification due within 90 days.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Medical clearance for communicable diseases with up-to-date immunizations.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated nursing services within the clinic setting under supervision.
• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team to plan and implement care.
• Administer medications, vaccinations, and treatments per standards.
• Withdraw blood and document all care appropriately.
• Maintain accurate medical records and charting.
• Triage patients to determine urgency and priority of care.
• Educate patients and families on medications and care.
• Assist during examinations, treatments, and testing.
• Support clinic operations and patient flow.
• Respond to incoming calls and route concerns as needed.
• Maintain exam rooms and stock supplies; monitor expirations.
• Participate in meetings and quality improvement activities.

Skills

LPN/LVN license

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate primary care services within a clinic setting serving a frail and elderly population. Working under the direction of the Clinic Practice Manager and in close collaboration with physicians, Registered Nurses, and an interdisciplinary care team, the LPN/LVN supports comprehensive, patient-centered care through medication administration, clinical assessments, participant education, and care coordination. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Perform delegated nursing services within the clinic setting in accordance with scope of practice and under the supervision of the Clinic Practice Manager

Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team and RN Care Manager to plan and implement interventions aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care

Administer prescribed medications, vaccinations, and treatments following nursing standards and document all care appropriately

Withdraw blood from patients as instructed and within scope of practice, as designated

Maintain accurate and timely medical records and meet all charting and reporting requirements

Observe, document, and report patient conditions and responses to medications or treatments to physicians and care team members

Triage patients within scope of practice to determine urgency and priority of care

Educate patients and family members/caregivers on medications, treatments, and care instructions

Prepare equipment and assist providers during examinations, treatments, and diagnostic testing

Support clinic operations by assisting with daily appointments, patient flow, and emergency situations

Respond to incoming telephone calls and appropriately route or address concerns

Maintain exam rooms, ensure cleanliness, stock necessary supplies, and place items on reorder lists as needed

Monitor expiration dates of medications and clinic supplies on a scheduled basis

Communicate effectively during interdisciplinary team meetings, clinic meetings, and other assigned meetings

Assist, as assigned, with scheduling specialist appointments, coordinating hospital admissions, and providing reports to receiving units

Follow all organizational policies, procedures, and OSHA safety guidelines

Maintain confidentiality of all patient, family, and organizational information

Handle potentially infectious specimens using appropriate biohazard and universal precautions

Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to established safety protocols

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance enhancement activities

Engage in required continuing education, staff training, and professional development

Perform additional duties as assigned to support clinic and patient care operations

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current LPN/LVN license in good standing in the required state

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (must be obtained within 90 days of employment)

Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and minimum state-required auto liability insurance

Medical clearance for communicable diseases with immunizations up to date prior to direct patient contact

Ability to pass a comprehensive pre-employment background check, including license verification, education verification, reference checks, exclusion lists, and drug screening

Desired Qualifications

One year of experience working as an LPN/LVN (strongly preferred)

IV Certification (preferred)

At least one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population (preferred)

If not present, training will be provided upon hire

Strong communication, teamwork, and patient-education skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary clinic environment

Location & Work Type

Work Type: On-site, clinic-based role

Setting: Primary care clinic serving a frail and elderly population