Primary Care Assistant - LPN

Company: Mercy
Location: Bella Vista
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Primary Care Assistant - LPN Overview: The Primary Care Assistant - LPN plays a crucial role in assisting primary care providers by delivering patient-focused clinical services. This includes taking vital signs, reconciling medications, and aiding in various procedures. The individual will work closely with the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes and maintain precise documentation. This position requires a licensed practical nurse who is empathetic, organized, and capable of performing clinical tasks autonomously within their professional scope. Discover Your Purpose with Us! Job Profile Overview Under the guidance of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Care LPN collaborates directly with our primary care providers to deliver safe, timely, effective, and equitable patient-centered care in a systematic manner. This role involves partnering with patients, providers, and other clinical team members to enhance quality outcomes for all individuals. Responsibilities will be executed in alignment with our mission, values, and service standards. Position Highlights: We’re Unique Our mission is straightforward. We embody a healing ministry through compassionate care and outstanding service. At our organization, we believe in careers that align with the distinct talents of individuals – careers that not only utilize your skills and abilities but also your compassion. Join us and find out why we have been recognized as one of the “Top 100 Places to Work” by Modern Healthcare Magazine. Role Summary: In this position, you will be instrumental in providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Your responsibilities will include preparing patients for appointments, performing clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, reconciling medications, conducting in-office tests, and assisting with procedures. LPNs in our organization help bridge care gaps, administer vaccines, and ensure accurate documentation to foster quality outcomes. If you are enthusiastic about teamwork, building patient relationships, and making a meaningful impact in daily care, this opportunity is for you! Key Responsibilities: Facilitate patient care and cultivate strong relationships in partnership with primary care providers. Prepare and organize examination rooms, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available for patient visits. Escort patients to examination rooms and prepare them for treatment with professionalism and respect. Complete the rooming process: document chief complaints, take vital signs, review medical history and allergies, reconcile medications, and address care gaps (e.g., screenings and preventive measures). Assist with in-office testing, including blood draws, EKGs, oxygen studies, mental status evaluations, and point-of-care testing. Administer vaccines and injections within the scope of practice and support providers during procedures. Input orders, schedule follow-up appointments, and ensure accurate documentation in the electronic health record system. Collaborate with providers and the care team to monitor and coordinate care plans, ensuring an exceptional patient experience. Perform additional tasks as assigned to support clinical operations. Qualifications: Education: Completion of an accredited practical nursing program. Licensure: Must hold a valid LPN license in the state of practice. Preferred Experience: At least 6 months of clinical healthcare experience, ideally in a primary care setting. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with all members of the care team. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Customer service-oriented with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Flexible and positive demeanor. Attention to detail and accuracy. Self-motivated and capable of performing tasks independently within the scope of practice with minimal supervision. Physical Requirements: Must be able to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds regularly. Requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift. Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to fulfill job duties. We Provide Excellent Benefits: From day one, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employer-matched retirement plans for eligible team members, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period! Join Us in Our Healing Mission: At our organization, you will find a supportive community that stands by you through every challenge. You will have the chance to innovate new care models and transform the healthcare experience through advanced technology and creative procedures. We are expanding to better serve our communities. Become a part of this journey with us. Are You a Good Fit for Us? Compassion and professionalism are at the core of our values. A positive attitude and a strong sense of advocacy align perfectly with our mission and vision. We are collaborative and willing to go the extra mile to provide exceptional care – that’s part of our commitment. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. Why Choose Us? From the very beginning, we offer outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your input is valued. At our organization, you will help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you will grow with us. Keywords: Licensed Practical Nurse, Primary Care Assistant, Patient Care, Vital Signs, Medication Reconciliation, Clinical Support, Vaccinations, Patient Documentation, Healthcare Team Collaboration

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