Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement contributions

Licensing fees reimbursement

Continuing education credits

Job summary

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Fall River, MA to join a diverse pediatric and adult patient population. Under nursing leadership, you will perform assessments, provide treatment, and support continuity of care with providers.

The role requires MA LPN licensure, BLS/CPR, EMR experience, and strong communication within a multi-cultural team. Schedule is Mon–Fri 9:30 am–6:00 pm with rotating Saturdays, and a pay range of $31–$37.50 per

Qualifications

• License to practice as an LPN in Massachusetts.
• 2+ years of LPN experience in a Community Health Center is a strong plus.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Current and complete credentialing as required by licensing boards and agencies.
• Bi-lingual/tri-lingual skills (English, Spanish, Portuguese) preferred.
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Familiarity with diverse cultural/socio-economic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessment, treatment, and general care during visits.
• Collaborate with Providers to co-manage patient care for continuity.
• Maintain organized work area and support a positive patient experience.
• Communicate effectively with patients and team while handling confidential information.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish/Portuguese

Patient care

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license - MA

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Description

Exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced medical team within a growing federally qualified community health center. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. “The Heart of Our Community” provides comprehensive services including adult/pediatric medical care, health education, health assessment and screenings, gynecology, cardiology, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and adult/pediatric dental care.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Summary:

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) that enjoys working with culturally diverse children and families in providing comprehensive patient care. Under the general direction of the Director of Nursing, the staff LPN will perform a wide variety of patient care activities including: Patient assessment, treatment, and general patient care for the patients’ visit. The Staff LPN and Providers will co-share management of the patient for maximum continuity of care and efficiency.

Schedule:

Mon – Fri 9:30 am – 6:00 pm

Rotating Saturdays 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Pay Range:

$31.00 – $37.50 per hour*

*The pay range represents HealthFirst’s good faith estimate for this role at the time of posting, in compliance with applicable laws. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors such as relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, market conditions, and budget considerations. Candidates with less direct experience may be placed at the lower end of the range, while those with more significant or specialized experience may be considered at the higher end.

Benefits:

• 3.2 weeks of paid time off (PTO), 3 personal days, and 11.5 paid holidays
• employer contributed health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability and retirement contributions
• voluntary flexible spending accounts and disability/critical illness coverage
• employee discounts, referral program, reimbursable licensing fees, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education credits

Required Qualifications:

• License to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• 2+ years of experience as an LPN in a Community Health Center is a strong plus
• Current certification in BLS/CPR
• Current and complete credentialing as required by licensing boards and agencies
• Bi-lingual/tri-lingual skills preferred (English, Spanish, and Portuguese)
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) required
• Familiarity and ability to work with diversity of cultural/socio-economic backgrounds
• General knowledge of cultural backgrounds of patients to be served
• Must submit a CORI release form and demonstrate proof of being free from disqualifying information

Competencies:

• The Staff LPN have a high level of customer service and a positive approach to work with patients. Projects positive attitude about the department and the health center, and offers services to ensure positive experience
• Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and time management skills to effectively communicate with patient
• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Learn more about us by checking out our website and company video.

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HealthFirst is committed to eliminating discrimination and welcomes applicants and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. HealthFirst does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition, transgender status, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.