Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Full-Time or Part-Time Contract Position | On-Site | Patient-Facing
Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide high-quality, evidence-based patient care in an outpatient clinical setting. The ideal candidate has experience in primary care, urgent care, or emergency room environments and is skilled in patient assessments, medication administration, phlebotomy, vaccine administration, point-of-care testing, and electronic medical record documentation.
This is a temporary contract position with the possibility of conversion to permanent employment. Conversion is not guaranteed.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer oral, injectable, intravenous, and topical medications within the scope of licensure and applicable protocols.
- Conduct routine patient assessments and monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature.
- Perform phlebotomy, administer vaccines, and conduct point-of-care testing.
- Monitor patient conditions, evaluate pain levels, and document treatment responses.
- Review medications and identify potential side effects or drug interactions for appropriate follow-up.
- Accurately document patient medical histories, including illnesses, medications, allergies, surgeries, and family history, in electronic health records.
- Conduct appropriate screenings related to depression, mood, behavior, and cognitive function within the scope of practice.
- Educate patients on medication administration, self-care, disease management, and available healthcare resources.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support quality patient care and continuity of services.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other members of the clinical team.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinic environment.
Required Qualifications
- Full, active, and unrestricted LPN or LVN license in the applicable state.
- Minimum of one year of related healthcare experience.
- Previous experience in a primary care, urgent care, or emergency room setting.
- Experience with phlebotomy, vaccine administration, and point-of-care testing.
- Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems; Epic experience preferred.
- Verifiable high school diploma or GED.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification valid for at least 30 days beyond the anticipated start date.
- Ability to provide the required license and certification documentation.
Experience Requirement: Candidates whose experience is limited to long-term care, nursing homes, home health, long-term acute care (LTAC), or skilled nursing facilities will not be considered. Candidates must have relevant experience in primary care, urgent care, or emergency room settings.
Schedule and Training
- Full-time schedule based on clinic operating hours.
- Shifts typically range from 7–10 hours, depending on clinic needs.
- Typical schedule includes two or three weekdays and every other weekend.
- Availability to work some major holidays is required.
- Work schedules are created in six-week blocks following the initial three weeks of training and orientation.
- Candidates must be available to complete the initial three weeks of training without scheduling conflicts.
Specific schedules and hours will depend on clinic operating needs.
Submission Requirements
Candidates must submit the following with their resume:
- LPN/LVN License Screenshot: Must show an active, unrestricted license in good standing, with no current or prior disciplinary actions. Compact licenses must be issued in the candidate's primary state of residence.
- BLS Certification Screenshot: The expiration date must be at least 30 days beyond the anticipated start date.
- Completed Candidate Questionnaire: All questions below must be answered and included with the resume.
Candidate Questionnaire
- What experience do you have in primary care, urgent care, or emergency room settings?
- What experience do you have using Epic EMR or similar electronic medical record systems?
- Are you available to work the required schedule?
- Schedules are created in six-week blocks following three weeks of training and orientation.
- Shifts typically range from 7–10 hours during clinic operating hours.
- The typical schedule includes two or three weekdays and every other weekend.
- Some major holidays are required.
- Do you understand that this is a temporary contract position and that conversion to permanent employment may be possible but is not guaranteed?
- Do you have any planned time off that would prevent you from completing the initial three weeks of training?
- What is the approximate distance between your home address and the clinic location to which you are applying?
