On Site - Licensed Practical Nurse

MPF Federal•Chesapeake, VA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

MPF Federal is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide outpatient and ambulatory nursing services in support of TriCare clinic operations. This position is designated as mission essential and requires onsite clinical support during all scheduled clinic hours, including federally recognized holidays. Compensation is pursuant to the Service Contract Act. The LPN will deliver patient-centered care in accordance with established nursing standards, clinic policies, and Medical Home Port (MHP) team-based care principles.

Requirements

Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved LPN/LVN program OR Graduate of an ACEN-accredited LPN program OR Completion of equivalent military LPN training program
Minimum one (1) year experience within the last two (2) years as an LPN in: Outpatient acute care (hospital-based), or Ambulatory care setting
Strong clinical assessment skills
Knowledge of outpatient and ambulatory care workflows
Ability to respond effectively in emergencies
Proficiency with electronic medical records systems
Strong communication and patient education skills
Ability to function effectively in a team-based care model
Current, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in any of the 50 U.S. States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, or U.S. Virgin Islands
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Responsibilities

Perform patient intake, triage, and vital signs assessment
Obtain and document medical and family history
Assist providers with diagnostic and minor surgical procedures
Perform specimen collection and point-of-care testing
Administer medications (oral, parenteral, IV), immunizations, and allergy treatments
Insert and monitor IV fluids, catheters, NG tubes, oxygen, and suction
Conduct sterile dressing changes and wound care
Recognize and respond to emergency situations
Perform preoperative and post-procedure care
Maintain accurate patient records
Utilize AHLTA, CHCS, CarePoint, ICDB, Secure Messaging and other automated systems
Track HEDIS measures and preventive health screenings
Monitor lab and radiology results and notify patients per policy
Maintain patient registries and population health metrics
Participate in daily team huddles
Assist in schedule scrubbing and preventive service identification
Support care coordination and patient education
Assist with NCQA, Joint Commission, IG, and other accreditation requirements
Provide education on medications, equipment use, procedures, and follow-up care
Support patients and families emotionally and clinically
Reinforce treatment plans and promote self-care
Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and emergency equipment
Perform daily emergency equipment checks
Ensure a clean, safe patient environment
Support check-in/check-out and referral coordination
Transport patients within facility as required
Report maintenance and pharmaceutical resupply needs