ROANOKE CHOWAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER·Ahoskie, North Carolina
The LPN provides quality clinical care in a pediatric setting, including administering medications, performing technical procedures like EKGs and blood draws, and managing patient rooming. They collaborate with the care team to ensure positive patient outcomes and maintain a clean, orderly clinical environment.
Title: Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Reports To: Nurse Manager
Direct Reports: None
Classification/Category: Clinical Level I
Workgroup(s): N/A
Work Status: On Site
Stipend(s): None
Status: Non-Exempt
Summary of Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse plays a critical role in the delivery of quality medical care with in the center.
This position requires a person with strong clinical skills along with assessment and communication skills.
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care as described by the established policies and procedures of RCCHC.
This position will provide clinical care in collaboration with other partnerships to achieve positive patient outcomes.
The Licensed Practical Nurse will model behaviors consistent with the published values and the Code of Conduct of RCCHC.
RCCHC Mission, Vision and Values
Great care for every one every day.
Striving to be the primary healthcare provider, dedicated to and supported by the people we serve.
Values: (R)espectful, (C)ompassionate, (C)aring, (H)onest, (C)omitted
Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center will provide open access, community-oriented primary care of the highest quality to all residents within our service area and surrounding counties, regardless of their ability to pay.
Education: Current license as a LPN in state of North Carolina required
Experience: Work experience in a medical practice preferred
Certification(s)/Licensure: BLS certification required
Knowledge and thorough understanding of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s) in regard to the Federal 330 Public Health Service Act
Knowledge of thorough understanding of the 340B program
Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
Ability to plan, organize, and integrate priorities and deadlines.
Ability to identify, analyze, and interpret complex data and, resolve operational problems.
Ability to evaluate and make recommendations for continuous quality improvement.
Ability to evaluate and make recommendations for continuous risk assessment.
Ability to anticipate and react calmly in emergency situations.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to competently use Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and appropriate organizational software.
Essential Functions
Perform independent nursing functions using RCCHC established procedures, policies, and guidelines.
Administer medications/immunizations as ordered by RCCHC providers, documenting accurately and observing patients for reactions
Answer and return patient phone calls and other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communication is facilitated between all members of the care team
Complete paperwork for assigned providers as per RCCHC guidelines
Acts as a secondary point of contact for urgent or “walk-in” patients or patients telephoning in with urgent care complaints
Establish reason for patient’s visit, completing the rooming process per established guidelines and documenting accurate data in the EHR
Assist patients in the preparation for the provider’s examination, including undressing, assisting to the table, and dressing
Accurately review and record medications and /or procedures as directed by the provider
Accurately execute technical procedure when ordered such as EKG’s, drawing blood, obtaining and preparing laboratory specimens
Maintain proper storage and handling of equipment, supplies, and medications
Maintain a clean and orderly clinical working atmosphere; adequately prepare exam rooms and properly equip laboratory
Work with patients and family in giving accurate, understandable instructions in diet, special care procedures, medication, patient education
Participate as an active member of the RCCHC team
Maintain compliance with workflows, policies and procedures as well as other activities to support PCMH model of care and accreditation
Other job duties may be required that are not listed above.
Candidates must hold a current LPN license in North Carolina and a BLS certification. Prior experience in a medical practice is preferred, along with the ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
Market context
North Carolina nursing jobs often reflect steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for RNs who can provide age-appropriate care across patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers typically want an approved nursing-school graduate with a current North Carolina RN or Compact License and active AHA BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license status and BLS renewal before applying.
