Licensed Practical Nurse - Adult/Pediatric Practice

Baystate Health • Springfield, MA

22h • $27 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

Baystate Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Northern Edge Adult/Pediatric team. This role involves building lasting relationships with patients, collaborating with providers, and delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced outpatient setting. As an LPN in our Primary Care practice, you will provide high-quality clinical support to physicians and advanced practice providers while delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered care to individuals of all ages.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program
• Previous healthcare experience
• Current Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS/CPR certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to multitask in a busy outpatient environment
• Experience with electronic medical records
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
• Team-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and prepare them for examinations and procedures
• Obtain patient histories, review medications and health maintenance, and record vital signs
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record
• Perform clinical testing, including: Bladder scans, EKG's, Point-of-care testing (urinalysis, pregnancy testing, blood glucose, HbA1c, throat cultures, etc.), Vision and hearing screenings
• Administer medications and immunizations under provider orders and established protocols
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures
• Coordinate patient education, follow-up appointments, referrals, and prior authorizations
• Support chronic disease management, including INR monitoring and controlled substance contract management
• Oversee vaccination scheduling and nurse visits
• Review remote patient monitoring results and communicate changes with providers and RNs
• Maintain accurate patient records and health maintenance registries
• Help ensure efficient patient flow throughout the clinic
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, RNs, medical assistants, and administrative staff to deliver outstanding patient care
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and serve as a mentor to Medical Assistants as appropriate

Benefits

• Excellent compensation
• High-quality, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pet, home, auto, and personal insurance
• Certification and continuing education reimbursement
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match and annual company contributions that increase with years of service
• Life insurance
• Free financial coaching from a certified money coach
• Wellbeing reimbursement for gym memberships, fitness equipment, personal training, massage, and more
• Comprehensive wellbeing programs supporting your mental, physical, and financial health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree