LPN - part time

HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. • Fall River, MA

1h • Onsite

About The Position

Exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced medical team within a growing federally qualified community health center. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. “The Heart of Our Community” provides comprehensive services including adult/pediatric medical care, health education, health assessment and screenings, gynecology, cardiology, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and adult/pediatric dental care.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Summary: We are currently seeking a Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) that enjoys working with culturally diverse children and families in providing comprehensive patient care. Under the general direction of the LPN Manager and the Director of Nursing, the staff LPN will perform a wide variety of patient care activities including: Patient assessment, treatment, and general patient care for the patients’ visit. The Staff LPN and Providers will co-share management of the patient for maximum continuity of care and efficiency.

Requirements

• License to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Current certification in BLS/CPR
• Current and complete credentialing as required by licensing boards and agencies
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) required
• Familiarity and ability to work with diversity of cultural/socio-economic backgrounds
• General knowledge of cultural backgrounds of patients to be served
• Must submit a CORI release form and demonstrate proof of being free from disqualifying information
• High level of customer service and a positive approach to work with patients.
• Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and time management skills to effectively communicate with patient
• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of experience as an LPN in a Community Health Center is a strong plus
• Bi-lingual/tri-lingual skills preferred (English, Spanish, and Portuguese)

Responsibilities

• Patient assessment, treatment, and general patient care for the patients’ visit.
• Co-share management of the patient with Providers for maximum continuity of care and efficiency.
• Perform a wide variety of patient care activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees