LPN

The HealthCare Connection Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Rewards Program

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Free Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer 2

Job summary

The HealthCare Connection (THCC) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at our Forest Park Health Center in Lincoln Heights, OH. This full-time position supports clinical operations and delivers compassionate, patient-centered care to residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas.

The ideal candidate will be an LPN with an Ohio license, CPR certification, and strong communication skills. Prior community health or primary care experience is preferred; familiarity with EHRs is a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Current LPN license in the State of Ohio.
• Active CPR certification.
• Preferred: Minimum of one (1) year of LPN experience in a community health, hospital, or private practice setting.
• Strong communication and patient service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with EHR systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with direct patient care and clinical procedures.
• Document medical information in the EHR and perform routine screenings.
• Coordinate referrals and pre-authorizations; communicate next steps to patients.
• Handle telephone inquiries and provide clinical advice within scope.
• Maintain exam rooms, ensure supplies, and maintain infection control.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient service

Teamwork

HIPAA awareness

Education

LPN program graduate

Ohio LPN license

CPR certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Organization

The HealthCare Connection (THCC)

Location

Lincoln Heights, OH (Northern Hamilton County)

About The HealthCare Connection

Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), the highest level of recognition attainable for quality care.

We boast two primary care locations and 6 school-based health centers providing quality value-based care for over 20,000 patients. We provide services in Primary Care, Infectious Disease, Substance Use, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy.

• Health Insurance and Rewards Program
• Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 10 Paid Holidays

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Forest Park Health Center location. This full-time role is essential in supporting clinical operations and delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist providers with direct patient care and clinical procedures.
• Conduct patient interviews and accurately document medical information in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Perform routine screenings and tests as ordered by the provider.
• Handle telephone inquiries, provide clinical advice within scope, and conduct follow-up as needed.
• Ensure exam rooms are properly stocked, sanitized, and equipped.
• Coordinate referrals and pre-authorizations, and communicate next steps to patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program
• Current LPN license in the State of Ohio
• Active CPR certification
• Preferred: Minimum of one (1) year of LPN experience in a community health, hospital, or private practice setting
• Strong communication and patient service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with EHR systems is a plus

Equal Employment Opportunity/Drug-Free Workplace

The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.