LPN - Rehoboth

Sturdy Memorial Hospital•Norton, MA

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct clinical support to providers and patients in an ambulatory care setting. The LPN delivers nursing care within the scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or provider, supporting patient care through assessment, intake, triage, clinical procedures, medication administration, patient education, care coordination, and accurate clinical documentation. The role collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team members to promote high-quality, patient-centered care and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, professional nursing standards, and organizational policies. The position requires graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program, current Massachusetts LPN licensure, and active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. The employee is responsible for keeping state licensure, continuing education, and BLS certification current. At least one year of nursing experience in a physician office, ambulatory care, outpatient, or comparable clinical setting is required. Experience with patient education, medication and immunization administration, triage, EMR systems, inbox management, referrals, prior authorizations, care coordination, staff training, or multi-provider and specialty practices is preferred. The role involves working in a fast-paced outpatient clinical environment and using clinical and office equipment. Physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, frequent hand and finger use, assisting with patient positioning and transfers, and moving up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally. The employee may be exposed to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and other healthcare occupational hazards; appropriate precautions and personal protective equipment are required. The stated salary range is $25.16–$38.42. Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.
Current Licensed Practical Nursing licensure in Massachusetts.
Active BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Keep state licensure, continuing education, and BLS certification current.
At least one year of nursing experience in a physician office, ambulatory care, outpatient, or comparable clinical setting.
Strong clinical nursing skills, knowledge of patient care practices, and proficiency in medical terminology.
Ability to assess patients, recognize changes in condition, and appropriately triage clinical concerns.
Ability to obtain, monitor, and accurately document vital signs and patient health information.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to build rapport with patients, families, providers, and colleagues.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based healthcare environment.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and protect patient confidentiality.
Commitment to patient experience, quality improvement, and continuous process improvement.
Ability to maintain clinical competency and comply with regulatory, professional, and organizational standards.
Ability to perform essential functions, including required work hours, locations, and physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to workplace health and safety.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and move throughout the workday; frequently use hands and fingers for clinical procedures, patient care, documentation, and medical equipment; and lift, carry, push, pull, or move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility as required; visually assess patients and read and accurately document medical records; communicate effectively in person and by telephone; sustain concentration and attention to detail; and safely operate clinical and office equipment.
Treat patients, colleagues, and visitors with dignity and respect, with sensitivity to differing needs, backgrounds, characteristics, and cultures.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing patient education about treatment plans, medications, and preventive care.
Experience administering medications, injections, and immunizations according to established protocols.
Experience performing telephone and/or in-person triage in a medical practice setting.
Experience using electronic medical record (EMR/EHR) systems and familiarity with physician office workflows.
Experience managing provider inboxes or patient messaging through an EMR.
Experience with prior authorizations, referrals, and care coordination.
Experience supporting staff training or onboarding activities.
Experience working in a multi-provider or specialty medical practice.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care and clinical support within the LPN scope of practice, organizational policies, and professional standards.
Perform patient intake, including obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical histories, assessments, and other clinical information.
Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care, facilitate treatment plans, and support continuity of care.
Triage patient concerns, respond to inquiries, and escalate clinical issues appropriately.
Assist with examinations, procedures, diagnostic testing, and other clinical interventions while supporting patient comfort and safety.
Administer medications, injections, immunizations, and treatments according to protocols, provider orders, and scope of practice.
Educate patients and families about health conditions, medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and follow-up instructions.
Support referrals, prior authorizations, prescription refills, care coordination, and patient follow-up.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the EMR and other applicable systems while protecting confidentiality.
Prepare, maintain, and stock clinical work areas and examination rooms to support workflow, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance.
Prepare examination rooms for providers between patient contacts.
Review, interpret, and manage clinical documentation; assist with inbox management and refills according to SMA policy.
Schedule new and established patient appointments and complete provider requests in a timely manner.
Maintain clinical competency, continuing education, and current LPN licensure.
Follow safety standards and procedures to maintain a safe environment for patients and coworkers.
Perform other duties and activities as assigned; duties may change with or without notice.