Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Career development

Job summary

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our clinic team. You will work with providers to support patients throughout their clinic experience, providing safe, compassionate care in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, assisting with procedures, administering medications, coordinating referrals, and maintaining accurate documentation in the EMR.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical nursing skills within the LPN scope of practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, providers, and team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize clinic responsibilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinic environment and adapt to changing patient and provider needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, document vital signs and health history.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments within LPN scope.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered and permitted within policies.
• Provide patient education and reinforce provider instructions.
• Coordinate referrals, prior authorizations, diagnostics and follow-ups.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and assist patients with next steps.
• Document patient care accurately in the EMR and support clinical workflow needs.
• Respond to patient questions within established protocols and escalate when needed.
• Prepare, clean, stock, and maintain exam rooms and ensure supplies and equipment are available.
• Collaborate with providers and team to maintain efficient patient flow.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Patient privacy

Education

Practical Nursing program graduation

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

BLS certification

Job description

Pay Range: $20.25 - $28.34

Schedule Information: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: M-F, 8a-5p, Rotating Saturdays every 6-8 weeks

Find Your Golden Opportunity at Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare

At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, we believe exceptional patient care begins with compassion, teamwork, and meaningful connections. We are seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our clinic team and help provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Role Overview

As a Clinic LPN, you will work closely with providers and other members of the healthcare team to support patients throughout their clinic experience. You will combine your clinical nursing skills, attention to detail, and ability to connect with patients to help ensure care is delivered safely, efficiently, and compassionately. From preparing patients for examinations and assisting with treatments to coordinating follow‑up care and supporting provider workflows, you will play an important role in keeping the clinic running smoothly and helping our patients receive the care they need.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, including obtaining and documenting appropriate patient information, vital signs, medication information, and health history.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, treatments, and other clinical care within the LPN scope of practice.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered and permitted within the LPN scope of practice and organizational policies.
• Provide patient education and reinforce provider instructions to help patients understand their treatment plans, medications, procedures, and follow‑up care.
• Coordinate referrals, prior authorizations, diagnostic testing, and other services needed to support continuity of patient care.
• Schedule follow‑up appointments and assist patients with navigating their next steps in care.
• Document patient care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record and support providers with documentation and clinical workflow needs.
• Respond to patient questions and communications within established protocols and appropriately escalated clinical concerns to the provider or appropriate member of the healthcare team.
• Prepare, clean, stock, and maintain exam rooms to ensure supplies, medications, and equipment are readily available for patient care.
• Monitor clinical supplies and medications and communicate replenishment needs to support efficient clinic operations.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and other team members to maintain efficient patient flow and provide a positive experience throughout the patient's visit.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Strong clinical nursing skills with the ability to provide safe, compassionate, and patient‑centered care within the LPN scope of practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize patient care and clinic responsibilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced clinic environment and respond appropriately to changing patient and provider needs.
• Commitment to patient privacy, safety, infection prevention, regulatory requirements, and established clinical standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team while also completing assigned responsibilities independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous LPN experience in a physician clinic, outpatient, ambulatory care, or similar healthcare setting preferred.
• Previous experience working with electronic medical records preferred.
• Experience supporting provider documentation and clinical workflows preferred.
• Experience coordinating referrals, prior authorizations, diagnostic testing, or follow‑up care preferred.
• Experience providing patient education and supporting patients with ongoing care needs preferred.

What Success Looks Like

You provide safe, compassionate, and professional nursing care while helping patients feel supported throughout their clinic experience.

You support efficient patient flow and help providers deliver timely, coordinated care.

You maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and consistently follow established procedures and protocols.

You communicate effectively with patients, providers, and team members to support continuity of care.

You recognize patient needs and concerns and ensure they are addressed or appropriately escalated.

You contribute to patient safety, regulatory compliance, and consistent clinical quality.

You build positive working relationships and contribute to a collaborative, team‑focused clinic environment.

You consistently demonstrate GVMH's Behaviors of Excellence in your interactions with patients, families, providers, and coworkers.

Why Join Us

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare is committed to improving the health and well‑being of the communities we serve. As a Clinic LPN, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while working closely with providers and other healthcare professionals to make a difference in their care. You will gain diverse clinical experience in a team‑focused environment that values collaboration, professional growth, excellent patient care, and the important role nurses play in creating exceptional healthcare experiences.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, reach, and move throughout the clinic during the workday.

Ability to assist patients with mobility and positioning as necessary to safely provide patient care.

Ability to perform clinical and administrative tasks requiring repetitive hand and upper‑extremity movements.

Ability to lift, move, and handle clinical supplies and equipment as necessary.

Ability to perform patient care and office‑related activities throughout the assigned shift and respond appropriately to changing patient and clinic needs.

Education, Certifications & Licensure

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program required.

Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required for the state in which the employee practices.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive pay and opportunities for additional incentives
• Generous paid time off and a focus on work‑life balance
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance to help you continue your educationCareer growth, leadership development and advancement opportunities
• Support for professional development and continuing education
• Employee recognition programs and a culture that values your contributions.

Your Career. Your Golden Opportunity.

Join a team where compassion, excellence and connection guide the work we do everyday. At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to grow, make a meaningful impact and help deliver the Golden Standard of Care to the communities we serve.

Build a meaningful career where your work matters.

At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, you will find opportunities to grow, supportive teammates who want to see you succeed and the chance to make a difference.