Newark Community Health Centers, Inc., FQHC, is a multi-cultural, Patient Centered Medical home- Level III that provides primary care services (Family/Adult Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, and Dental) and social services. We are dedicated to meeting the health care needs of the medically underserved in the greater Newark area. Join us as we expand!

Position Summary

Licensed Practical Nurses are primarily responsible for assisting our Providers with patient medical care. Our Licensed Practical Nurses report to the Nurse Site Manager, Director of Nursing, as well as the Provider on-duty.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Greeting and registering patients as well as handling related administrative duties.
• Assisting with patient triage by taking medical history and vital signs.
• Documenting relevant patient data in EMR.
• Discharging patients with detailed instructions.
• Maintaining efficient and organized patient flow; screen calls, schedules appointments, and calls patients as necessary.
• Tracking and replenishing inventories and other supplies and assisting with equipment maintenance and ensuring cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Minimum High school diploma and must have an active NJ Nursing License
• At least 1-2 years of clinical experience in a medical office setting
• Prior community health center or ambulatory care experience preferred
• Compassionate communicator with excellent patient interaction skills
• Team-player able to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• High-energy individual with a positive attitude
• Comfortable working with electronic medical records (ECW).
• EMR Used: eClinical
• Work Location: Multiple location

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Medical-Surgical
• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All PPE provided.

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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