LPN Outpatient - Full Time - Primary Care Naugatuck

Griffin Health Services•Derby, CT

About The Position

Griffin Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system in Derby, Connecticut, dedicated to person-centered, high-quality care for over 130,000 residents. Anchored by Griffin Hospital—a 160-bed acute care community teaching hospital and Planetree International’s flagship facility—Griffin Health emphasizes kindness, respect, and active patient engagement. Recognized nationally and internationally for clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and social responsibility, Griffin has earned honors such as Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospital” list for the last 5 consecutive years, LOWN Institute’s top state ranking for outcomes, and Becker’s “100 Best Community Hospitals” designation, as well as Fortune's Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For". The organization fosters a supportive, wellness-focused work environment with programs like Griffin AgeLess, empowering caregivers to thrive physically, emotionally, and professionally. Through innovation, community outreach, health education, and food-security initiatives, Griffin Health advances whole-person healing and strengthens the communities it serves. Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in its employee compensation. Griffin Faculty Practice Plan seeks an LPN to perform duties as a clinical assistant for a busy Urology practice.

Requirements

LPN from accredited school of nursing and Active CT LPN license.
Minimum of one years of experience in nursing required; Urology experience preferred.
Must possess strong organizational skills and customer service skills.
Experience working with electronic health records strongly preferred.
Must be self-directed and able to multi-task.

Nice To Haves

Urology experience
Experience working with electronic health records

Responsibilities

Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including organizing patient flow, preparing exam rooms, accompanying patients to exam rooms, collecting patient history, charting, collecting specimens, relaying instructions to patients, and assisting patients as necessary.
Performs patient screening, including collecting patient history and vital signs.
Assists doctor with physical exam and office procedures as necessary.
Manages and update patient medical records, manages referrals and prior authorizations as needed.
Maintains inventory of clinical equipment and supplies, including ordering and restocking when necessary.
Assists office coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and other administrative duties as needed.