Licensed Practical Nurse- College of Nursing Archer Family Heath Care

University of Florida•Alachua, FL

7d•$50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Archer Family Health Care, located within the University of Florida College of Nursing, provides evidence-based primary care and serves as a clinical learning environment for future healthcare professionals. The Licensed Practical Nurse delivers patient-centered care in a primary care clinic under the direction of licensed healthcare providers and clinic leadership. The LPN conducts patient intake and assessments, prepares patients for examinations and procedures, administers medications and immunizations, performs routine diagnostic testing, and assists providers in delivering safe and effective care. The role also supports patient education, telephone triage, follow-up communications, care coordination, and collaboration with patients, providers, and community healthcare partners. The position maintains accurate and timely electronic health records and supports compliance with clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards. Additional duties include managing medical supplies and inventories, maintaining examination rooms, supporting vaccine management, and performing administrative functions. The LPN contributes to quality improvement, EHR optimization, workflow enhancements, and initiatives intended to improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Employees work 40 hours per week, with assigned schedules that may include days, evenings, and weekends. Schedules may vary or be adjusted according to patient care, clinic operations, staffing, and coverage needs. Employees must be willing to participate in schedule changes, shift exchanges, and other staffing arrangements. This is a time-limited position.

Requirements

Licensed as a practical nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience, preferably in an ambulatory care and/or primary care setting.
Experience working in a rural health clinic setting.
Ability to instruct and educate patients regarding their healthcare and treatment plan within scope of practice.
Ability to provide healthcare providers with information pertaining to patients' health status.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding patient/customer service skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Organizational skills.
Ability to use a computerized medical records system.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to recognize situations where critical thinking is vital.
Ability to make efficient and effective decisions.
A team-focused approach to healthcare.
Efficiency and excellent time management skills.
Initiative.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient intake and initial assessments, including obtaining vital signs, documenting chief complaints, reviewing medical histories, and identifying care needs.
Implement and administer evidence-based screening tools for chronic disease management and preventive care.
Prepare patients for examinations and medical visits by ensuring accurate documentation and readiness for provider evaluation.
Assist healthcare providers with patient care, clinical procedures, treatments, and care coordination.
Support transitional care management through patient follow-up, reinforcement of care plans, and coordination of services.
Administer medications, vaccines, and immunizations in accordance with protocols, provider orders, and regulatory standards.
Monitor patients for adverse reactions and educate them about prescribed treatments.
Perform and document diagnostic and point-of-care testing, collect specimens as appropriate, and report results to providers in a timely manner.
Document patient assessments, interventions, treatments, communications, and outcomes in the electronic health record.
Maintain complete, timely, and compliant medical records and support EHR data integrity and accurate patient information.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care coordination, quality improvement initiatives, workflow optimization, and EHR-related projects.
Retrieve and process faxes, scan and index documents into the EHR, and obtain and communicate laboratory and diagnostic results.
Prepare, clean, stock, and organize examination rooms and clinical workspaces.
Manage vaccine inventory, including storage monitoring, ordering, receiving, and reconciliation.
Monitor medical supply levels, order needed supplies, and maintain adequate resources for clinic operations.