Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatrics & Primary Care

Community Health Center of the North Country; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daytime Hours Only – No weekends, etc.

Generous PTO – Vacation, sick, etc.

Robust Benefits – Medical, dental, FSA

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Community Health Center of the North Country in Canton, NY is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our mission-driven team. You will provide direct nursing care within primary care and pediatric services under supervision of a physician or registered nurse.

This full-time position offers a weekday schedule (37.5 hours) with a pay rate of $22.00–$25.00 per hour. We value collaboration, integrity, and care for patients across income levels in our community health center.

Qualifications

• LPN certification by NYS and active licensure.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent computer skills and EMR experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Weekdays, full-time schedule, no evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct nursing care under physician/NP supervision.
• Interviews patients, records vitals, prepares for exams, assists with procedures.
• Maintains accuracy of patients' EMR.
• Handles patient calls to identify appointment criteria.
• Oversees prescriptions/refills with pharmacies.
• Coordinates with vendors for equipment delivery as needed.
• Collaborates with team to ensure quality programs and data collection.
• Assists with ordering and maintaining supplies.
• Acts as a team member to meet patient needs.
• Advises supervisor of unmet needs to expand services.
• Maintains infection control standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

LPN Certification (NYS)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Are you a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join our dedicated team at a mission-driven, Federally Qualified Health Center where we provide comprehensive, accessible, and equitable health care to individuals and families of all income levels. As an essential member of our interdisciplinary care team, you’ll support both primary care and pediatric services, working to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. This is more than just a nursing job. It’s an opportunity to be part of an organization that values collaboration, innovation, and integrity. If you’re passionate about healthcare equity and making a difference every day, we invite you to bring your expertise and heart to our community-focused health center.

Reports to

Practice Manager

Rate of pay

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work schedule

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Weekdays. The day-to-day schedule may vary slightly based on the needs of the Health Center: no evenings, no weekends, and no major holidays.

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) shall carry out direct nursing care to patients of the health center under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse.

Primary Responsibilities

• Adheres to statutory and regulatory requirements regarding certification and quality of health care and agency-approved policies and procedures.
• Interviews patients/families, obtains vital signs, prepares patients for exams, and assists providers with exams and/or treatments.
• Updates and ensures the accuracy of patients' electronic medical records.
• Take patient telephone calls to identify emergent and non-emergent appointment criteria.
• Oversees telephone prescriptions and refills to pharmacies.
• Maintains coordination of services with individuals and/or qualified persons.
• Coordinates with vendors to ensure delivery of prescribed equipment as needed.
• Cooperates with providers and personnel to ensure quality programs, regular reviews, and accurate data collection.
• Assists with ordering and maintaining medical supplies and equipment.
• Acts as a team member, assuring services are appropriate to meet the needs of each patient.
• Advises supervisor of unmet needs of the health center to help expand services for patients.
• Maintains standard of infection control.
• Other responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Current NYS Licensed Practical Nursing Certification.
• Current BLS Certification
• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with others.
• Exhibits a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in dealing with issues.
• Excellent computer skills. Electronic medical record experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs., lift and support patients with and without help.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Regular exposure to infectious diseases, blood and airborne pathogens, needle sticks, hygiene issues, and other odors.
• Able to tolerate clinical smells.
• Ability to read digital readouts, recognize colors, and operate necessary medical equipment.
• Ability to operate mechanical devices used by patients.
• Ability to wear necessary hospital masks, gowns, gloves, and close-toed shoes.

Why Choose Us?

• Daytime Hours Only – No weekends, nights, or holidays
• Generous PTO – Vacation, sick, personal time, and paid holidays
• Robust Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k), disability & life insurance, and more!