The Good Shepherd Community Clinic, Inc.·Ardmore, Oklahoma
The Licensed Practical Nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients while maintaining professionalism and ensuring patient satisfaction. Key duties include monitoring patient progress, documenting interventions, coordinating external services, and performing basic laboratory testing.
At Good Shepherd Community Clinic, we believe care is more than a single visit.
We exist so that the working poor and others who lack access to healthcare can receive quality care and better health outcomes. Our vision is simple and bold: to show the world what care should feel like.
At GSCC, care is not rushed, fragmented, or transactional. It is built on Connection and Ownership. That means we work as a team, follow through on what patients need, and take responsibility for outcomes that extend far beyond the exam room.
The LPN Operations role is about making care work.
This role ensures that the day-to-day operations of the clinic run smoothly so patients receive reliable, coordinated, and continuous care. The LPN Ops keeps the care team aligned, prepared, and supported so providers and RN Care Managers can focus on clinical decision-making and care coordination.
This is not a task-based floor role. It is an operational leadership role within the care team.
When this role is done well, patients experience consistency, care teams experience clarity, and problems are solved before they disrupt care.
What This Role Looks Like, Day to Day
You understand how clinic flow, staffing, and preparation directly impact patient safety and experience. You keep the care team aligned so visits, follow-ups, and handoffs happen smoothly. You work closely with the RN Care Manager to support patient care You serve as a steady, reliable point of support for Medical Assistants and clinical support staff.
You take responsibility for operational issues within your assigned care team. You supervise and support Medical Assistants, setting clear expectations and providing coaching when needed. You address clinic flow, staffing, rooming, supply, and task issues without unnecessary escalation. You manage follow-up tasks and workflows so patients do not fall through the cracks.
For patients, this role ensures care feels reliable, organized, and respectful of their time and safety. For care teams, it creates clarity, consistency, and shared ownership of patient panels. For the organization, it supports continuity of care and strengthens long-term patient relationships across sites.
LPN Sign-On Bonus Opportunity Eligible newly hired LPNs may receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus paid in two installments: $500 following successful hire and onboarding, and an additional $500 after 6 months of continuous employment in good standing. Employees must remain actively employed and meet performance expectations through each payout date to qualify. Bonus payments are subject to applicable taxes and withholdings. GSCC reserves the right to modify or discontinue this program based on organizational needs.
Why Join Good Shepherd At GSCC, LPN Ops nurses are trusted leaders within the care team. You will play a meaningful role in improving how care is delivered, how teams function, and how patients experience their healthcare. If you want to be part of a clinic where your leadership directly supports better outcomes for patients and stronger teams, we would love to meet you.
Candidates must possess a current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Oklahoma and demonstrate strong communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. A deep respect for patient dignity, high integrity, and technical proficiency for documentation are also essential requirements.
Market context
Nursing roles in Oklahoma typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and community settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for reliable bedside skills, current or soon-to-be-obtained BLS certification, and the ability to meet basic education or experience requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your BLS timeline and tailor your application to match the experience level the posting asks for.
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