LPN

Community Clinic; Fort Smith (AR); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance

403(b) Retirement plan

Dental Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Community Clinic in Fort Smith, AR seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for full-time support in our Family Practice team. The LPN will assist clinicians, manage patient flow, take vital signs, and document care plans in the EMR.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, adherence to HIPAA, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver accessible primary health care in our community.

Formación

• Active LPN license in Arkansas is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish or Marshallese is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Manages patient care under clinician direction in a Family Practice clinic.
• Obtains vital signs and measures, and performs routine tests per protocol.
• Explains visits and treatments, triages calls using established protocols.
• Documents interactions and referrals in the medical record with HIPAA adherence.
• Maintains exam room supplies and supports coordinated care with team.

Conocimientos

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical records

Teamwork

Communication

Educación

Licensed Practical Nurse (Arkansas)

High School diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

LPN

Family Practice Full Time Support Staff Fort Smith, AR, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1476

Community Clinic is a trusted regional healthcare system dedicated to delivering exceptional, whole-person care in a compassionate, professional, and welcoming environment. As we continue to grow across the region, we remain grounded in one belief: people matter. That includes our patients—and our team. Every employee plays a vital role in living out our promise: We care. You belong.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Clinic Nurse to join our Primary Care Clinic in Fort Smith, AR for our Family Practice team! The Nurse manages patient care under the direction of the clinicians, assisting in providing excellent primary health care to our patients.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient flow during clinic so as to assure prompt service for patients.
• Obtains vital signs, measurements and laboratory tests accurately, as per protocol.
• Obtains chief complaint and reason for visit using excellent listening skills.
• Administers treatments and medications proficiently and safely.
• Maintains exam room supplies and cleanliness for optimal efficiency.
• Refers patients as appropriate, interacting with referral sources in a professional and cordial manner.
• Triages unscheduled patients, telephone calls and other patient concerns using triage protocols and professional judgment as well as a warmth and concern for the patient’s wellbeing.
• Documents all patient interactions completely and promptly in the medical record.
• Refers patients to other providers as requested by clinicians; completes forms, maintains records of referral and follow-up of results and recommendations. Appropriately documents referral interactions in the medical record.
• Adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA, NCQA PCMH and OSHA.

Skills

• Ability to work and function independently and within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people of all backgrounds.
• Proficient spelling necessary.
• Knowledge in computer software such as Microsoft Office Software.
• Able to perform proficiently on current practice management system and/or electronic medical records.
• Engages in professional development activities, such as trainings and CEUs.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed to practice nursing in the state of Arkansas as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Bilingual ability in English and either Spanish or Marshallese preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a Community Health or FQHC setting preferred.
• Experience in Family Practice preferred.

Why Work at Community Clinic?

• Be a part of a mission-driven organization committed to providing access to health-care to everyone in your community!
• Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan (automatic employer contribution of 5% per paycheck!)