Community Health LPN

Location: Wayne County Healthy Communities Peace Baptist Church - 13450 Goddard St. Hamtramck, MI 48212

About the role

The Community Health LPN will play a vital role in advancing the mission of Wayne County Healthy Communities by delivering culturally competent, patient-centered nursing care in both clinical and community-based settings. This position will oversee Medical Assistants (MAs), support workflow optimization, and provide direct patient care, chronic disease management, preventive health education, and care coordination. The LPN will also partner with Community Health Workers and other team members to improve health outcomes and address social determinants of health for underserved populations.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Care & Patient Education:
  • Provide health assessments, screenings, immunizations, and basic clinical services.
  • Support chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma) through education, self-management tools, and care coordination.
  • Deliver individual and group health education sessions to promote wellness and prevention.
• Oversight of Medical Assistants (MAs):
  • Supervise and support daily MA workflows to ensure efficient patient flow and quality clinical care.
  • Provide training, coaching, and competency checks for MAs.
  • Monitor adherence to clinical protocols, infection control, and documentation standards.
  • Serve as a resource and escalation point for MAs in patient care and clinic operations.
  • Oversee clinic setup and troubleshoot issues.
• Care Coordination & Outreach:
  • Collaborate with providers, CHWs, and social service partners to connect patients to needed medical, behavioral health, and social services.
  • Assist in follow-up of referrals and care plans to ensure continuity of care.
  • Participate in outreach events, home visits, and community-based initiatives to engage hard-to-reach populations.
• Quality & Compliance:
  • Input results, validate documentation, and flag abnormal results in software.
  • Ensure staff compliance with FQHC, AAAHC, and HRSA standards.
  • Monitor and track health outcomes, patient satisfaction, and program impact.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work closely with multidisciplinary staff including providers, CHWs, behavioral health clinicians, interns, and volunteers.
  • Lead nursing/MA team huddles and participate in case conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor CHWs, students, and interns in clinical practices and patient engagement.
• Community Engagement:
  • Support Neighborhood Wellness Center initiatives such as health fairs, workshops, and wellness programs.
  • Build strong relationships with local partners, schools, faith-based organizations, and community leaders to enhance outreach and engagement.
• Travel & Flexibility:
  • Demonstrate flexibility by traveling between clinic sites to provide coverage as needed.
  • Able to travel to required training.

Requirements

• High school diploma (required).
• Licensed Practical Nurse License to practice in Michigan (required).
• Clinical experience preferred (desirably in a clinic, acute care, or triage setting), but new graduates with an interest in community health are encouraged to apply.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Strong patient assessment skills, including ability to triage patients.
• Ability to use the nursing process to guide patient encounters and care.
• Effective communication with patients in a manner that protects their confidentiality and is sensitive to their culture and physical/emotional/spiritual condition.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing or stressful conditions, including unanticipated changes to working schedules or locations.
• Good physical stamina and ability to be standing/active/in motion most of the day.
• Strength and dexterity to move patients, handle equipment, and move quickly within the clinical area.
• Attention to detail in all work matters and willingness to learn from others.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and set priorities in accordance with the needs and mission of the clinic.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Conscientious of departmental and organizational policies and procedures, and ability to embrace and personify the mission of Wayne County Healthy Communities.
• Ability to delegate appropriate tasks to medical support staff.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Compassionate toward patients.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Pay

$21 - $29.60 hourly (based on experience and qualifications).

Schedule

Part-Time, non-exempt.