Licensed Practical Nurse

Harlem United Community AIDS Center Inc•New York, NY

10d•$65,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a critical role in patient care, providing direct clinical support, assisting with diagnostic testing, vaccinations, and information gathering, while also managing key administrative tasks such as hospital discharge follow-ups, vaccine inventory, prior authorizations, and chronic disease monitoring. This role requires both clinical expertise and strong organizational skills to ensure seamless healthcare delivery. Under the supervision of the Nursing Manager or Physician, the LPN collaborates within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The position requires strict adherence to New York State Department of Health regulations and scope of practice guidelines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, efficient, and capable of managing a fast-paced workload with accuracy.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with active licensure in the State of New York.
1-2 years of experience in an ambulatory care setting.
Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers.
Strong computer skills
Excellent customer service and patient-centered approach.
Strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy skills
Experience with working at Federally Qualified Health Centers or other low resource settings
Experience in caring for people with experiences of homelessness, people who are living with HIV, people who use substances, including people who inject drugs.
Experience in delivering care in gender affirming spaces.
Experience working in a setting that promotes interdisciplinary care planning
Strong working Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Bilingual English / Spanish or English/French preferred

Responsibilities

Facilitate efficient patient flow within the primary care clinic.
Administer injections as ordered by providers.
Ensure exam rooms are fully stocked and prepared for patient care.
Coordinate and prepare for Care Team Huddles to support team collaboration.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with protocols.
Prepare equipment and aid physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
Verify chief complaint and take vital signs as requested.
Review the EHR active medication list with patients.
Conduct and document point-of-care tests based on protocol.
Perform testing, immunization, and other injections, as directed by providers and clinic protocols.
Perform phlebotomy as needed.
Step in to perform key Medical Office Assistant (MOA) responsibilities when needed to maintain seamless patient care.
Perform prior authorizations and DME requests.
Monitor and update patient monitoring databases (e.g hospital discharges, injectables, DOH reporting.)
Monitor and respond to clinical messages.
Under PCP’s direction, provide abnormal test results to patients and provide recommendations.
Assist patients in completing medical forms.
Track and record vaccines provided through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.
Monitor and document vaccine refrigerator temperature logs.
Assist in coordinating patient care within the clinic and with external providers.
Participate in collaborative activities to enhance patient outcomes.
Maintain all environment of care quality logs.
Participate in scheduled clinic rounds to maintain the environment of care.
Ensure that the quality of care and environment are acceptable.
Administer Directly Observed Therapy (DOT) as needed.
Provide patient education under the direction of the Nurse Manager or Provider.
Ensure adherence to Infection Control and quality of care standards.
Comply with all New York State Department of Health/AIDS Institute regulations.
Follow and uphold all nursing policies and procedures.
Attend nursing conferences, as approved, to stay updated on primary care best practices.
Support and engage in advocacy efforts addressing homelessness and HIV/AIDS.
Initiate, track and follow-up with prior authorizations.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.