LPN

Company: Long Island Select Healthcare, Inc.
Location: Riverhead
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About Company: Long Island Select Healthcare Inc. (LISH) is a comprehensive network of community health centers. We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides Article 16 and 28 clinic services at 8 locations across Suffolk County, New York. We are a multi-specialty healthcare provider caring for our community through Primary and Specialty Medical Care, Dental, Behavioral Health, Audiology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology. We currently provide care to over 7,000 patients and have an annual operating revenue of $22m. LISH is a forward-thinking, community-oriented organization! We are a certified NYS Patient-Centered Medical Home, with a mission to make a difference in our community. Our unique offerings include a robust Chronic Care Management program, Telemedicine & Virtual Care services and integrated Primary & Behavioral Healthcare. About the Role: As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Long Island Select Healthcare Inc., you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care in a supportive and compassionate environment. Your primary responsibility will be to assist registered nurses and physicians in delivering medical care, ensuring that patients receive the attention and treatment they need. You will be involved in monitoring patients' health, administering medications, and documenting their progress, which is essential for effective treatment plans. Additionally, you will educate patients and their families about health management and wellness, fostering a collaborative approach to healthcare. Ultimately, your contributions will significantly impact the overall well-being of our patients and the efficiency of our healthcare team. I. General Purpose of the Job To provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse, nurse practitioner or physician II. Essential Duties & Responsibilities 1. Review daily schedule and ensure set up of medical charts each day. 2. Daily thorough cleaning of rooms as well as cleaning between patient turnovers. 3. Obtain vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration) at each appointment. 4. Obtain height and weight measurements as needed 5. Collects blood samples via venipuncture and processes for lab testing, as required 6. Performs routine urine sampling via dip sticks and collection of urine samples for culture and sensitivity testing as required 7. Performs EKGs as ordered by supervising physician/nurse practitioner 8. Assists physician(s) and advance practice professionals (ie: NP, PA) with direct patient care as needed 9. Assists in Gynecology clinic and prepares Pap slides for lab testing 10. Prepares and sterilizes instruments. 11. Processes medical records, as required 12. Manages and maintains waiting room, office and exam rooms, as needed 13. Obtains Authorization for prescription medications, procedures, etc. as needed 14. Triage telephone calls 15. Maintains accurate and orderly log records of lab specimens taken. 16. Follows up pending labs, x-rays, testing, etc. 17. Maintains office supplies and inventory and orders all medical and lab supplies 18. Instruct patients as needed regarding procedures, self-care, office hours, etc. 19. Will provide relevant information about the PCMH program including brochures, that describe the values and goals of the program to patients. The information disseminated will be based upon the person’s role as it relates to patient care within LISH 20. Confirms appointments as needed 21. Implements ICD-10 and CPT coding for insurance processing 22. Applies computer concepts to office practice 23. Monthly inspections of all emergency equipment and supplies 24. Routine inspections of expiration dates on all supplies 25. Schedules appointments and perform duties as assigned by the Director, Medical Director and/or Nurse Practitioner to support and ensure general medical operation of the Health Center 26. Agency Infection Control Committee participation at monthly meetings 27. Participates in maintaining safety of work environment 28. Adheres to Agency’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations of confidentiality III. Supervisory Responsibilities None IV. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. V. Education and/or Experience Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and one to six months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Certified in CPR. VI. Necessary Skills & Abilities Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Excel, Word), as well as Practice Management and Electronic Medical Record software. VII. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. VIII. Travel This job may require you to travel depending upon scheduling needs. IX. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May come into contact with human blood or other potentially infectious materials, which may result in possible exposure to blood borne pathogens (Category 1) 4 Days/Week 10 Hour Shift

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