LNA

Ford's Hometown Services; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford's Hometown Services in Berlin is hiring a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) to support safe, patient-centered care in an outpatient Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role operates under supervision and focuses on patient flow, rooming, basic clinical tasks, and accurate documentation.

Ideal candidates hold a NH LNA license, CPR/BLS, strong communication and teamwork skills, and familiarity with electronic health records.

Qualifications

• Current active New Hampshire LNA license.
• CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer and electronic health record skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Prior ambulatory, primary care, or community health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and support daily clinic flow
• Escort, room, and assist patients during visits
• Obtain and document basic patient data such as height, weight, temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and pain score
• Observe patients and promptly report concerns or changes to clinical support staff
• Assist providers and nurses during exams and approved procedures
• Support infection prevention, room turnover, equipment cleaning, and supply stocking
• Document assigned information accurately in the electronic health record
• Reinforce instructions already provided by clinical support staff
• Support a respectful, culturally responsive, team-based care environment
• Assist with quality improvement and patient access goals

Skills

LNA license

CPR/BLS

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

EHR knowledge

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)

Primary Care / FQHC Clinic Setting

Department: Clinical Services

Status: Full-Time (36–40 hours/week)

Work Location: Berlin & Gorham Clinics

Reports To: Nurse Manager / Clinical Supervisor / Designee

Clinical Supervision: RN, APRN, or LPN

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Role Summary

The LNA supports safe, efficient, patient-centered care in an outpatient Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This role assists the care team with patient flow, rooming, basic clinical support, documentation, infection prevention, and maintaining an organized clinical environment. All duties are performed under appropriate clinical supervision and within New Hampshire LNA scope, organizational policy, and demonstrated competency.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and support daily clinic flow
• Escort, room, and assist patients during visits
• Obtain and document basic patient data such as height, weight, temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and pain score
• Observe patients and promptly report concerns or changes to clinical support staff
• Assist providers and nurses during exams and approved procedures
• Support infection prevention, room turnover, equipment cleaning, and supply stocking
• Document assigned information accurately in the electronic health record
• Reinforce instructions already provided by clinical support staff
• Support a respectful, culturally responsive, team-based care environment
• Assist with quality improvement and patient access goals

Qualifications

• Current active New Hampshire LNA license
• CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• Basic computer and electronic health record skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Prior ambulatory, primary care, or community health experience preferred

Important Role Notes

• This role practices under the supervision of an RN, APRN, or LPN
• The LNA does not independently assess, triage, diagnose, or provide clinical advice
• All duties must remain within legal scope, training, and validated competency
• Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.

New Role Opportunity

This is a newly developed clinic role. The right candidate will help define and shape the position as workflows and team needs evolve.