Lpn Nurse

Actalent; East Haddam (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Epic training available

No nights or weekends

Job summary

Actalent is hiring an LPN for a fast-paced outpatient clinic in East Haddam, CT. Enjoy daytime, no nights or weekend shifts, with opportunities for both full-time and part-time schedules and a patient-centered care approach. You will work closely with physicians and the care team to support pediatric and adult patients.

The role emphasizes triage, patient education, and safe medication management within an ambulatory setting, offering Epic training and a stable clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license active and in good standing.
• Experience in ambulatory/outpatient care preferred.
• Strong communication and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide ambulatory nursing care for pediatric and adult patients.
• Perform triage by phone and in person and guide patients to appropriate care.
• Prepare patients for visits and support providers during exams.
• Process medication refills with accuracy and safety.
• Coordinate with insurance for prior authorizations as needed.

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Make a Difference Every Day in a Patient-Centered Outpatient Setting

Are you an LPN looking for a role that offers meaningful patient interaction, a supportive team environment, and a healthy work-life balance? Join our growing ambulatory care team and play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to both pediatric and adult patients.

We’re seeking compassionate, clinically skilled Licensed Practical Nurses who enjoy building relationships with patients and families while working alongside providers in a collaborative outpatient setting. Whether you’re looking for part-time or full-time opportunities, we offer flexible daytime schedules with no nights, weekends, or holidays.

Available Opportunities

• Full-Time Opportunities Available
• Part-Time Opportunities Available
  • Approximately 24 hours per week
  • Approximately 30 hours per week
• Monday-Friday schedules
• Daytime hours only
• No nights, weekends, or on-call requirements

What You’ll Do

As an LPN, you’ll be an essential member of the care team, supporting patients and providers through a variety of clinical responsibilities, including:

• Providing high-quality ambulatory and outpatient nursing care to pediatric and adult patients
• Performing telephone and in-person triage, assessing symptoms and helping patients access appropriate care
• Preparing patients for appointments and supporting providers during clinic visits
• Managing medication refill requests while ensuring accuracy and patient safety
• Processing prior authorizations and coordinating with insurance carriers as needed
• Documenting patient encounters, assessments, and communications within the electronic health record
• Educating patients and families on care plans, medications, and follow-up instructions
• Collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff to deliver exceptional patient care
• Coordinating follow-up care and helping patients navigate their healthcare needs
• Supporting clinic operations while maintaining a positive, patient-focused experience
• Occasionally traveling to a nearby office location to assist with staffing coverage when needed

What We’re Looking For

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Experience in an ambulatory, outpatient, primary care, specialty care, or physician practice setting preferred
• Strong triage and clinical assessment skills
• Ability to care for both pediatric and adult patient populations
• Experience with medication management and prescription refill workflows
• Understanding of insurance authorizations and healthcare coordination processes
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced healthcare environment
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with pediatric patients
• Experience using Epic or another electronic health record system
• Strong experience in outpatient nursing (Preferred)
• Ability to build rapport with patients and families of all ages
• Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and quality patient care

Why Join Us?

• No nights, weekends, or holiday shifts
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Supportive, collaborative clinical team
• Opportunity to care for both pediatric and adult patients
• Stable outpatient environment with consistent scheduling
• Epic training available for candidates without prior Epic experience
• Work within a respected healthcare organization that values excellence and compassionate care
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities available for eligible employees
• Comprehensive benefits package available for eligible full-time employees

Work Environment

You’ll work in a modern outpatient clinic where teamwork, patient experience, and quality care are top priorities. This role offers the resources and stability of a larger healthcare system while maintaining the close-knit feel of a community practice. Providers and staff work together to create a welcoming environment where patients receive coordinated, compassionate care.

If you’re an LPN who enjoys patient interaction, values work-life balance, and is passionate about making a positive impact, we’d love to connect with you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Haddam, CT.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in East Haddam, CT.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.