MPF Federal is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide outpatient and ambulatory nursing services in support of TriCare clinic operations. This position is designated as mission essential and requires onsite clinical support during all scheduled clinic hours, including federally recognized holidays.
Compensation: $24.00 per hour
The LPN will deliver patient-centered care in accordance with established nursing standards, clinic policies, and Medical Home Port (MHP) team-based care principles.
Work Schedule & Hours
- Primary Service Hours: Monday through Friday, 0600–1800
- Shift Length: 8.5 to 10.5-hour shifts
- Includes a 30–60 minute uncompensated meal break
- Weekend Requirement: Approximately one (1) weekend per month on a rotational basis
- Scheduling: Varied shifts Sunday through Saturday
- Maximum Hours: Not to exceed eighty (80) hours per two-week period, inclusive of weekend and holiday services
- Services required on all federally recognized holidays
Core Responsibilities
The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide care within the scope of practice and clinic policies, including but not limited to:
Patient Care & Clinical Support
- Perform patient intake, triage, and vital signs assessment
- Obtain and document medical and family history
- Assist providers with diagnostic and minor surgical procedures
- Perform specimen collection and point-of-care testing
- Administer medications (oral, parenteral, IV), immunizations, and allergy treatments
- Insert and monitor IV fluids, catheters, NG tubes, oxygen, and suction
- Conduct sterile dressing changes and wound care
- Recognize and respond to emergency situations
- Perform preoperative and post-procedure care
Documentation & Health Information Systems
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Utilize AHLTA, CHCS, CarePoint, ICDB, Secure Messaging and other automated systems
- Track HEDIS measures and preventive health screenings
- Monitor lab and radiology results and notify patients per policy
- Maintain patient registries and population health metrics
Medical Home Port (MHP) Team Participation
- Participate in daily team huddles
- Assist in schedule scrubbing and preventive service identification
- Support care coordination and patient education
- Assist with NCQA, Joint Commission, IG, and other accreditation requirements
Patient Education & Support
- Provide education on medications, equipment use, procedures, and follow-up care
- Support patients and families emotionally and clinically
- Reinforce treatment plans and promote self-care
Clinic Operations & Safety
- Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and emergency equipment
- Perform daily emergency equipment checks
- Ensure a clean, safe patient environment
- Support check-in/check-out and referral coordination
- Transport patients within facility as required
- Report maintenance and pharmaceutical resupply needs
Competencies
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Knowledge of outpatient and ambulatory care workflows
- Ability to respond effectively in emergencies
- Proficiency with electronic medical records systems
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Ability to function effectively in a team-based care model
Physical & Work Environment
- Clinical outpatient setting
- Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and patient transport
- Exposure to infectious diseases and medical hazards consistent with healthcare settings
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved LPN/LVN program
OR - Graduate of an ACEN-accredited LPN program
OR - Completion of equivalent military LPN training program
- Certificate required
Experience
- Minimum one (1) year experience within the last two (2) years as an LPN in:
- Outpatient acute care (hospital-based), or
- Ambulatory care setting
Competencies
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Knowledge of outpatient and ambulatory care workflows
- Ability to respond effectively in emergencies
- Proficiency with electronic medical records systems
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Ability to function effectively in a team-based care model
Licensure
- Current, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in any of the 50 U.S. States, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, or U.S. Virgin Islands
Certifications
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- No additional certifications required
Benefits
MPF Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We offer a competitive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical benefits, PTO, holiday pay and more.