Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Primary Care

About the role

Family Centers is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Primary Care team. Family Centers Health Care is a Federally Qualified Health Center that provides primary healthcare, dental, and mental health services to residents of Greenwich and Stamford, with a focus on those living in or near public housing.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support during examinations and minor procedures, ensuring the delivery of exceptional care to patients and their families.
• Perform patient intake, including vital signs, medical history reconciliation, and screening assessments, while maintaining precise records in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Administer medications and immunizations as directed by providers and in accordance with standing orders and scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate inventory of medications and vaccines, including ordering, receiving, and cold chain management in compliance with CDC and manufacturer guidelines.
• Perform and document point-of-care waived tests (e.g., glucose monitoring, urinalysis, rapid tests) and maintain all associated laboratory logs.
• Provide vital patient education regarding preventive care, chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, asthma), and medication adherence.
• Participate in team-based care coordination, including daily huddles, patient outreach, and facilitating follow-up appointments and referrals.
• Support specialty clinics and programs by addressing barriers to care and promoting continuity of care through proactive patient engagement.
• Handle clinical communications, including phone calls and electronic messages, escalating patient concerns to the RN or provider as appropriate.
• Sustain a neat workspace and ensure strict adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, HRSA, and Joint Commission guidelines.
• Respect patient/client autonomy and dignity, demonstrating expertise in clinical testing and professional communication with the healthcare team.
• Fully adhere to organizational policies, procedures, standing orders, and clinical protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program
• Current LPN license in the state of Connecticut
• CPR/BLS certification
• Minimum of 2–4 years of related clinical experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting
• Experience with medication and vaccine inventory management
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Ability to work on-site 5:00pm - 8:00pm on rotating Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) and/or bicultural background is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours a day
• Must be able to bend without restrictions
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Must have excellent hand/eye coordination

Benefits and Perks

• Generous Paid Time Off – Up to 15 vacation days annually (increases to 25 days after 10 years), 11 paid holidays, up to 3 personal days, and up to 10 sick days
• Half-Day Summer Fridays (in select programs)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 6% employer contribution
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
• Voluntary Opt-In Benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, supplemental Life Insurance, and more
• Tuition Assistance (eligible to apply after 6 months of service)

About Family Centers

Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering health, education, and human service programs to children, adults, and families in Fairfield County. Our team includes 300 professionals and over 500 trained volunteers who collaborate to provide our communities with a wide range of responsive and innovative services. Through our comprehensive network of services, more than 26,000 children, adults, families, and communities receive the care, encouragement, and resources needed to realize their potential. For more information, please visit www.familycenters.org.