LPN - part time at HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. – Fall River, Massachusetts

Exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced medical team within a growing federally qualified community health center. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. “The Heart of Our Community” provides comprehensive services including adult/pediatric medical care, health education, health assessment and screenings, gynecology, cardiology, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and adult/pediatric dental care.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Summary:

We are currently seeking a Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) that enjoys working with culturally diverse children and families in providing comprehensive patient care. Under the general direction of the LPN Manager and the Director of Nursing, the staff LPN will perform a wide variety of patient care activities including: Patient assessment, treatment, and general patient care for the patients’ visit. The Staff LPN and Providers will co-share management of the patient for maximum continuity of care and efficiency.

Schedule: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9:00 am - 2:00 pm; Tues OFF

Pay Range: $31.00 – $37.50 per hour*

*The pay range represents HealthFirst’s good faith estimate for this role at the time of posting, in compliance with applicable laws. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors such as relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, market conditions, and budget considerations. Candidates with less direct experience may be placed at the lower end of the range, while those with more significant or specialized experience may be considered at the higher end.

Required Qualifications:

• License to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• 2+ years of experience as an LPN in a Community Health Center is a strong plus
• Current certification in BLS/CPR
• Current and complete credentialing as required by licensing boards and agencies
• Bi-lingual/tri-lingual skills preferred (English, Spanish, and Portuguese)
• Experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) required
• Familiarity and ability to work with diversity of cultural/socio-economic backgrounds
• General knowledge of cultural backgrounds of patients to be served
• Must submit a CORI release form and demonstrate proof of being free from disqualifying information

Competencies:

• The LPN must have a high level of customer service and a positive approach to work with patients. Projects positive attitude about the department and the health center, and offers services to ensure positive experience
• Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and time management skills to effectively communicate with patient
• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

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HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HealthFirst is committed to eliminating discrimination and welcomes applicants and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. HealthFirst does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition, transgender status, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.