Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality nursing care to patients under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians. This role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Responsible with Care Team members for pre-visit planning to ensure required screenings, laboratory testing, and immunizations are up to date
- Assists with physical exams, completes required screenings, and laboratory testing
- Administers treatments, immunizations, medications to patients as ordered by the provider
- Provides patients services, educate patient/parent as needed, assists the patients with prescription needs/refills, coordinates services with and for the patient, acts as a client advocate to pursue financial assistance, and initiates referrals to community-based organizations as needed
- Responds to calls from patients, pharmacies, home care agencies, and family members; collaborates with school nurses, WIC colleagues, DCF, and other medical departments as needed, and completes paperwork needed by external organizations
Why UCFS?
- Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Requirements
Education and Experience
- High School degree and LPN training course
- One to three years of experience in a healthcare setting with prior experience in ambulatory care strongly preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Active Connecticut LPN license
- Current CPR certificate
Other Skills And Abilities
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of nursing practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
- Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems with working knowledge of MS Office
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
UCFS Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including
- Flexible hybrid schedules
- Competitive salaries
- Generous paid time off including 3 weeks vacation, 4 floating holidays, paid company holidays and 10 sick days each year
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution
- Paid life and disability insurance
UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law.