Urgent Care - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

ConvenientMD; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Urgent care services at no cost

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401k match

Discounts on services and products

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Bangor, Maine is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their Urgent Care team. The role includes conducting patient triage, performing diagnostic procedures, and supporting a collaborative clinical environment. Ideal candidates are state licensed, compassionate, and able to communicate effectively. This full-time position requires 12-hour shifts and offers comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• LPN with prior experience placing and monitoring IVs.
• Compassionate and patient-focused.
• Proactive communicator in both written and verbal forms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient triage including vital signs and medical history.
• Perform diagnostic procedures including vital tests and medication administration.
• Engage with patients about their care and maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Compassion

Technical proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

State licensed practical nurse (LPN)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Experity

Job description

Urgent Care - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

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At ConvenientMD, we’re on a mission to make good health more convenient for all – working to improve how patients and providers experience healthcare in New England. To support this belief, we’re building a team of dedicated professionals who genuinely care about improving lives, are passionate about work that can make a difference, and are driven to learn from one another.

Your Impact

• Patient Care & Triage: Conduct comprehensive patient triage by taking vital signs, documenting medical history, and performing observational examinations to identify immediate healthcare needs. Assist with patient exams, ensuring all necessary equipment and documentation are prepared, while supporting providers during testing and procedures.
• Clinical Procedures:
  • Perform diagnostic and testing procedures, including vision, hearing, drug screens, breath alcohol testing, spirometry, and more.
  • Execute point-of-care testing such as strep, flu, RSV, SARS-CoV-2, glucose, lipid panel, and urinalysis.
  • Provide cardiac and airway management, including ECGs, AED use, nebulizer treatments, and oxygen administration.
  • Deliver wound care assessments, immunizations, and medication administration per federal and state regulations.
• Patient Engagement & Documentation: Assist with patient inquiries, communicate test results, and explain medication or therapy plans. Maintain accurate electronic medical records, documenting patient histories and treatment details. Observe and report changes in patients' conditions, taking necessary action as needed.
• Clinic Operations: Ensure medical instruments and equipment are clean, sterilized, and maintained per organizational policies. Maintain a stocked and sterile workspace, supporting smooth clinic operations.
• Collaboration with Clinical Team: Work closely with other members of the clinical team to ensure seamless coordination of patient care. Communicate effectively with providers and other healthcare professionals to relay patient information and updates. Welcome and support the training of new team members.

Required Availability

• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts in consecutive and/or non-consecutive days:
  • Full-time: three (3) 12-hour shifts per week with at least four (4) shifts per month on a Saturday or Sunday.
  • Part-time: two (2) 12-hour shifts per week with at least two (2) shifts per month on a Saturday or Sunday.
  • Per diem: four (4) 12-hour shifts per month, ideally one shift per week.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays.
• If needed, must be able to work at a minimum of three (3) other ConvenientMD locations within a one (1) hour travel distance from your primary clinic.
• Required to travel for training shifts which may occur outside of your primary clinic within a one (1) hour commute.

Who You Are

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification and demonstrated prior experience: State licensed practical nurse (LPN) with prior experience placing and monitoring IVs. For Maine and New Hampshire only, IV certified.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification. We do not accept CPR, ACLS certifications, or online-only classes.
• Compassionate, authentic, and patient-focused: Supports patients through kindness and understanding, contributing to a sense of belonging.
• Proactive and confident communicator (written and verbal): Foreshadows and elevates concerns as they arise; communicates directly with colleagues and patients.
• Trustworthy: Maintains confidentiality and handles patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Effective communicator and cross-collaborator: Establishes and maintains positive relationships with patients, team members, and stakeholders across the organization.
• Excellent team player: Enjoys collaborating with others in a strong team dynamic.
• Technically savvy: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software; able to learn Experity and other systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• 1-2 years of patient triage experience in an urgent care or emergency department preferred.

Why ConvenientMD?

• Collaborative team environment that encourages professional growth
• Urgent care services at no cost to our team members and their families
• Extensive benefit offerings including health, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid short-term disability, and optional pet insurance
• 401k match after one year of service
• Access to our primary care (depending on location)
• Educational Alliance with Purdue University Global and reduced tuition rates for team members and their families
• Employer rewards and access to discounts offered on services and products such as hotels, travel, entertainment, restaurants, and more

There is a job and then there’s purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants rarely meet every single job requirement, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process is designed to prevent discrimination against applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, disability status, or any other aspect which makes you unique. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you.

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