Licensed Practical Nurse - Nurse Clinic

MEP Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in Denver, Colorado is seeking a patient-centered LPN to provide nursing care, support physicians, and uphold safety and quality standards.

You will administer treatments and medications, monitor patient status, educate patients on health maintenance and post-care instructions, and help orient and train new staff.

This role emphasizes strong patient relationships, infection control, and accurate documentation in a collaborative clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program and valid Colorado LPN license.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire; IV therapy certification preferred.
• Customer service focus and cultural sensitivity; bilingual skills encouraged.
• Experience with adult, pediatric, or trauma care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safety, quality, and emergency policies, ensuring effective clinical practice.
• Supports physicians during examinations and procedures, preparing patients and rooms.
• Performs routine and specialized nursing procedures within scope of practice.
• Monitors and reports patient status, recognizing deviations from normal health conditions.
• Educates patients on health management and post-treatment care.
• Assists in orienting and training new staff; may perform duties of Nursing Assistant or Medical Receptionist.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and ensures a safe, therapeutic environment.

Skills

LPN license

BLS certification

IV therapy (preferred)

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Patient care experience

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Practical Nursing program

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing patient-centered nursing care, supporting physicians, and ensuring safety and quality standards. The nurse develops strong relationships with members and patients, actively understanding their needs and responding promptly. Responsibilities include administering treatments and medications, monitoring patient conditions, supporting procedures, and educating patients on health maintenance and post-care instructions. The role also encompasses maintaining a safe environment, following infection control protocols, and documenting patient information accurately.

Key Duties

• Adheres to safety, quality, and emergency policies, ensuring effective clinical practice.
• Supports physicians during examinations and procedures, preparing patients and rooms.
• Performs routine and specialized nursing procedures within scope of practice.
• Monitors and reports patient status, recognizing deviations from normal health conditions.
• Educates patients on health management and post-treatment care.
• Assists in orienting and training new staff; may perform duties of Nursing Assistant or Medical Receptionist.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and ensures a safe, therapeutic environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program and valid Colorado LPN license.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months of hire; IV therapy certification preferred.
• Customer service focus and cultural sensitivity; bilingual skills (especially Spanish) highly encouraged.
• Experience with adult, pediatric, or trauma care preferred.