LPN – Weekday Clinic Nurse with Growth & Benefits

Northwest Health Medical Group - Porter; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

No weekends

No holidays

No on-call

Job summary

Northwest Health Medical Group - Porter in Indiana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver essential nursing care in the clinic setting under the supervision of licensed practitioners or RNs, support patient care plans, and document in the electronic medical record.

You will administer medications, assist with medical and surgical procedures, conduct diagnostic testing such as EKGs and basic labs, educate patients on treatment plans, and maintain a clean, compliant clinic

Qualifications

• 0-2 years experience in a clinical or outpatient setting required
• LPN/LVN license required or LVN license
• BCLS certification required
• Authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer

Responsibilities

• Performs patient intake, including observing, collecting, and documenting current symptoms, medical history, medications, and vital signs in the EMR
• Provides direct patient care, including administering medications via oral, inhalation, or injection routes, applying and changing bandages, cleaning wounds, and assisting with medical and surgical procedures
• Conducts diagnostic testing such as EKGs and basic lab tests, ensuring proper sample collection and documentation
• Ensures timely follow-up with patients by responding to portal messages, phone calls, and test results, adhering to clinic communication policies
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, medication management, and preventative care
• Collaborates with healthcare providers to support patient care plans, advocating for patient health and well-being
• Maintains a clean and sanitized clinic environment, including equipment and hazardous materials disposal per infection control protocols
• Monitors and updates daily logs, such as narcotics, refrigerator temperatures, vaccines, and expiration dates
• Serves as a liaison between patients, providers, and families, demonstrating empathy, compassion, and adherence to privacy laws including HIPAA
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Direct patient care

Medication administration

Communication skills

EMR documentation

Infection control

Critical thinking

Time management

Empathy

Education

LPN/LVN license

BCLS certification

Job description

Northwest Health Medical Group - Porter in Indiana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver essential nursing care in the clinic setting under the supervision of licensed practitioners or RNs, support patient care plans, and document in the electronic medical record.

You will administer medications, assist with medical and surgical procedures, conduct diagnostic testing such as EKGs and basic labs, educate patients on treatment plans, and maintain a clean, compliant clinic