LPN Nurse Manager - Outpatient Family Medicine
About The Position
Partnership Health is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nurse Manager for its outpatient Family Medicine practice in Somerville, New Jersey. This hands-on clinical leadership role combines direct patient care with daily clinical operations, staff coordination, and quality improvement to support the efficient operation of the health center. The LPN Nurse Manager provides patient care within the LPN scope of practice, supports providers and patients, coordinates clinical staff and workflow, and works with leadership on quality and operational initiatives. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday for 40 hours per week, with eight-hour shifts.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted New Jersey LPN license.
- Previous experience in an outpatient Family Medicine, Primary Care, or similar clinical setting.
- Strong knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care standards, and electronic medical records.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, accountability, and exceptional patient service.
Nice To Haves
- Prior clinical leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care, administer medications, and perform treatments in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and the LPN scope of practice.
- Monitor patient conditions, document observations, and communicate changes or concerns promptly to the appropriate licensed provider.
- Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and clinical emergencies.
- Reinforce patient education, discharge instructions, and follow-up care plans.
- Coordinate follow-up of abnormal laboratory and radiology results with the appropriate provider.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Coordinate daily clinical workflow and support nursing, Medical Assistant, and ancillary staff.
- Prepare staff schedules, coordinate assignments, and monitor attendance to ensure appropriate staffing.
- Maintain staffing and attendance records for Regional Director review and forward PTO requests to the Regional Director for approval.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and effective communication.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to clinical support staff, escalating formal personnel matters as appropriate.
- Collaborate with the Medical Director, Director of Clinical Services, and Regional Director on clinical quality and operational initiatives.
- Promote compliance with clinical policies, infection prevention standards, and patient safety procedures.
- Monitor medical supply inventory, equipment maintenance, and required utilization logs.
- Assist with investigating patient concerns, complaints, and incidents and ensure timely reporting.
- Identify opportunities to improve clinical workflow, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
- Foster a positive, patient-centered environment focused on compassionate, high-quality care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
