LPN

Suncoast Community Health Centers Inc.; Aarons Place (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Suncoast Community Health Centers Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care at our Florida centers. Responsibilities include administering medications and vaccines, wound care, and monitoring patient conditions in a fast-paced clinic setting.

The role requires an active Florida LPN license and BLS, with duties spanning triage, care coordination, and adherence to safety protocols. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Record vital signs following standard protocol.
• Provide basic patient care including vaccines, wound care, and catheterization when applicable.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes promptly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare team to assess patient needs and modify care plans.
• Promote patient safety by following protocols and standards of care.
• Manage nurse triage, referrals, care coordination, and pharmacy/insurance tasks.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Task prioritization

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

MS Office

Office equipment

Education

LPN diploma

Florida LPN license

BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE- (LPN)

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Obtain and record vital signs, including height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration following standard protocol.
• Provide basic patient care, including medication/vaccine administration, wound care, urinary catherization, ear lavage, nebulizer treatment, etc.
• Monitor patient conditions, report changes, and take appropriate action
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to assess patient needs, modify care plans, and implement interventions.
• Promote patient safety by following standard of care and internal protocols.
• Manage telephone encounters including but not limited to nurse triage, referrals, care coordination, pharmacy and insurance tasks.
• Support providers by managing patient flow, triage, and providing health education.
• Administer medications injections, intravenous fluids, and other medications as needed (certification required for certain procedures).
• Administer medications and start intravenous fluids (if certified), and documenting per protocol.
• Supervise and assist ancillary staff, including medical assistants, as needed.
• Log, document, store, and handle medications/vaccines sent or received.
• Stay current with required training/tasks, including CPR, Infection Control, Environmental Care, OSHA updates, Relias courses, Human Resources Platform, VFC/VFA requirements, Title X.
• Troubleshoot and report any significant changes or abnormalities promptly to supervisor.
• Maintain applicable recall programs (immunizations, Pap smear, mammogram tickler, etc.)
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the centers.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Must be able to effectively manage workflow and maintain high-quality standards in environments where staffing levels may be below ideal, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks and collaborate with the team under pressure.
• Ability to use office equipment, including computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones, calculators, and more.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical records (EMR), staying current with updates and system improvements.

Education and Experience:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Diploma and transcripts are required.
• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Florida state license is required.
• BLS is required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift and carry patients or equipment up to 50 pounds, with assistance when necessary.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching to assist patients or perform procedures.
• Ability to perform manual tasks such as taking vital signs, dressing wounds, and administering medications.
• Good hand-eye coordination for tasks like administering injections, handling medical instruments, and operating equipment.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods, including masks, gloves, and gowns.
• Visual acuity to assess patient conditions and accurately read medical charts, medication labels, and patient records.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability to use fine motor skills for tasks like drawing up medications, using medical devices, and assisting with clinical procedures.
• Ability to understand and/or interpret complicated program instructions and Florida laws.
• Must be able to travel to various center locations as required.