Licensed Practical Nurse, Guilford Family Practice, ProHealth Physicians
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse at ProHealth Physicians’ Guilford Family Practice provides basic patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Provider and within the scope of the LPN license. The role is part of the Family Practice care team and supports patient care, office operations, and delivery of service. The position is based at 1445 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT 06437, and is full time at 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with hours between 7:15 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ProHealth Physicians is a community-based medical group in Connecticut and part of Optum and UnitedHealth Group. Its care model emphasizes teamwork, patient-centered service, and disease prevention. The company describes opportunities for growth and development, with clear direction and performance recognition. The role’s hourly pay range is $20.00 to $36.00, based on full-time employment and factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits mentioned include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and 401(k) contributions, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted LPN license in Connecticut and have intermediate computer proficiency in Microsoft Office. Preferred qualifications include at least one year of post-licensure nursing experience, experience with Epic, and experience in primary care. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted LPN licensure in Connecticut.
- Intermediate computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of post-licensure nursing experience.
- Experience working with Epic.
- Experience in primary care.
Responsibilities
- Provide and document patient care, including injections and preventive screenings.
- Prepare patients for appointments by collecting and recording clinical information according to protocol.
- Manage patients according to approved protocols and appointment and scheduling guidelines.
- Carry out standing orders, such as authorizing prescription refills and ordering tests, in accordance with practice policies and procedures.
- Accurately and promptly document patient interactions and other clinical activities in the electronic health record.
- Schedule tests, treatments, and follow-up visits; help patients identify suitable outside resources for disease management and other services.
- Answer and document patient phone calls, take complete messages, and route messages to providers as needed using the EHR.
- Monitor tasks, follow up on overdue orders and worklists, and monitor the status of critical referrals.
- Coordinate with Regional Nurse Managers to oversee temperature monitoring.
- Perform phlebotomy as needed.
- Back up Medical Assistants in managing patient care and flow.
- Help the care team ensure smooth office operations and excellent service through teamwork.
- Build patient confidence, trust, and loyalty through attentive care.
- Treat patients and staff respectfully, maintain a friendly and courteous manner, and protect patient confidentiality.
- Maintain open communication with the care team and Regional Management team.
- Maintain knowledge of current coding, OSHA and CLIA regulations, and company policies.
- Follow patient safety initiatives and infection-control regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Development opportunities for other roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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