Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To provide comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care within FoundCare’s Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), supporting primary care delivery, chronic disease management, preventive services, and care coordination for diverse and underserved populations, including patients with complex medical and social needs, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or provider.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Direct Patient Care

• Perform patient intake, including vital signs, medical history updates, and medication reconciliation.
• Administer medications, immunizations, and injections per provider orders and standing protocols.
• Conduct point-of-care testing, including glucose, rapid tests, and urine dipstick.
• Assist with procedures including wound care, EKGs, and minor office procedures.
• Monitor patients and report changes in condition promptly to the provider and clinical team.

Care Coordination and Population Health

• Support care management for patients with chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, HIV, and Hepatitis C.
• Assist in closing care gaps related to screenings, immunizations, and preventive services.
• Conduct patient outreach and follow-up, including phone calls, appointment reminders, and care plan adherence.
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and specialty care as directed.
• Participate in team-based care huddles to identify and prioritize patient needs.

Patient Education

• Reinforce provider care plans and discharge instructions with patients and families.
• Educate patients on medications, disease management, and preventive care.
• Promote health literacy and self-management skills, with particular attention to high-risk populations.

Clinical Operations

• Prepare exam rooms and ensure proper stocking of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Ensure compliance with FQHC standards, UDS reporting measures, and clinical quality metrics.
• Support infection control, OSHA, and patient safety protocols.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary care team, including providers, RNs, Medical Assistants, behavioral health staff, and care coordinators.
• Participate in quality improvement and performance improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model workflows and standards.
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of FoundCare.
• Maintain client and family confidentiality at all times.
• Comply with all FoundCare policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.