Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Urgent Care

ConvenientMD • Newburyport, MA

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About The Position

ConvenientMD is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced urgent care setting. The LPN works alongside medical providers and the clinical team to support patient care and clinic operations, while contributing to a collaborative environment and helping train new team members.

The role includes triaging patients, assisting with examinations, performing diagnostic procedures and point-of-care tests, providing cardiac and airway support, delivering wound care and immunizations, administering medications, and maintaining accurate electronic medical records. The LPN also communicates with patients and healthcare professionals, monitors and reports changes in patient condition, and maintains clean, sterile, stocked, and properly maintained clinical workspaces and equipment.

The position requires 12-hour shifts. Full-time staff work three shifts per week, including at least four Saturday or Sunday shifts per month. The posting also describes part-time and per-diem schedules. Staff must be flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays, travel for training, and, if needed, work at up to three other ConvenientMD locations within one hour of their primary clinic.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• State-licensed practical nurse (LPN).
• Prior experience placing and monitoring IVs.
• For Maine and New Hampshire positions, IV certification is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; CPR, ACLS, and online-only classes are not accepted.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts. Full-time schedule: three shifts per week, with at least four shifts per month on a Saturday or Sunday.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• If needed, ability to work at a minimum of three other ConvenientMD locations within one hour of the primary clinic.
• Ability to travel for training shifts, which may take place outside the primary clinic within a one-hour commute.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and handle patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Effective written and verbal communication and ability to maintain positive working relationships with patients, team members, and organizational stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and experience with or ability to learn Experity and other business systems.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach; proactive communication; trustworthiness; and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of patient triage experience in an urgent care or emergency department.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient triage by taking vital signs, documenting medical history, and performing observational examinations.
• Assist with patient examinations and prepare necessary equipment and documentation; support providers during testing and procedures.
• Perform diagnostic procedures, including vision and hearing tests, drug screens, breath alcohol testing, and spirometry.
• Perform point-of-care tests, including strep, flu, RSV, SARS-CoV-2, glucose, lipid panel, and urinalysis testing.
• Provide cardiac and airway management, including ECGs, AED use, nebulizer treatments, and oxygen administration.
• Perform wound care assessments, provide immunizations, and administer medications in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Assist with patient inquiries, communicate test results, and explain medication or therapy plans.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records, including patient histories and treatment details.
• Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions and take necessary action.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical instruments and equipment in accordance with organizational policies.
• Maintain a stocked and sterile workspace to support clinic operations.
• Coordinate patient care and communicate patient information and updates with providers and other healthcare professionals.
• Welcome and support the training of new team clinic members.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED