Outpatient Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse

Community Care Physicians, a physician-owned multispecialty group in Latham, NY, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. The LPN will provide direct patient care, administer medications, perform clinical procedures, obtain vital signs, support providers during exams, and coordinate patient education and follow-up. The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and commitment to patient-centered care. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, growth-oriented environment that values quality, work–life balance, and long-term relationships with patients and colleagues across the Capital Region. Provide direct patient care under the supervision of physicians and registered nurses in a multi-specialty outpatient setting Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, chief complaints, and current medications in the electronic medical record Administer prescribed medications, vaccinations, and treatments in accordance with practice protocols and state regulations Prepare patients and exam rooms for visits, procedures, and diagnostic tests, ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment Perform basic clinical procedures such as wound care, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and EKGs as applicable to specialty Support providers during examinations and minor office procedures, anticipating clinical needs and maintaining infection control standards Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, preventive care, and follow-up instructions using clear, patient-centered communication Participate in care coordination, including follow-up calls, scheduling, test tracking, and facilitating referrals to other specialties within Community Care Physicians Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team to promote high-quality, patient-centered outcomes and continuity of care Accurately document all patient encounters, interventions, medications, and communications in the EMR in a timely manner Monitor patients for changes in condition, promptly report concerns to supervising providers, and respond appropriately to urgent situations Support quality improvement, innovation initiatives, and practice workflows aimed at enhancing patient experience and clinical outcomes Follow all regulatory, safety, and compliance guidelines, including HIPAA, infection prevention, and organizational policies Vital signs monitoring Medication administration Electronic medical records (EMR) documentation Wound care Vaccination and injection administration Patient triage Care plan implementation Clinical workflows in outpatient/ambulatory settings Infection control procedures Phlebotomy and specimen collection Point-of-care testing Patient and family education Care coordination and follow-up Basic life support (BLS) Time management in high-volume clinical settings Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Prior outpatient, primary care, or specialty clinic experience preferred Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems preferred