Public Health Nurse (LPN) - Community Health Center

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Knox County Community Health Center, Knox County, Ohio
Employment Type: Full Time

Position Summary:

The Knox County Community Health Center is seeking a dedicated and community-focused Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support public health services within both clinic and community settings. The LPN will work closely with healthcare providers and the broader public health team to deliver high-quality preventive and primary care services aimed at improving population health outcomes.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments in the public health clinic and through outreach in the community.
• Assist Physicians and Certified Nurse Practitioners (CNPs) with procedures in a clinic environment.
• Perform diagnostic testing and screenings as ordered (e.g., lab draws, point-of-care testing).
• Schedule and coordinate follow-up exams and specialist referrals.
• Complete all required documentation, forms, and reports in accordance with public health standards.
• Obtain prior authorizations for medications, procedures, or referrals as needed.
• Perform nursing procedures per provider orders, such as medication administration, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Administer immunizations to both children and adults in the clinic and during outreach events throughout the community.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of immunization schedules, vaccine storage/handling, and public health guidelines.
• Participate in public health initiatives such as health fairs, vaccination drives, and community education events.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Ohio.
• CPR certification (Basic Life Support).
• Prior experience (2+ years) in public health, community health, or primary care preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Commitment to serving diverse populations with cultural humility and respect.
• Ability and willingness to work off-site at community locations and outreach events.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive public sector salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• State or local government retirement plan
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Support for continuing education and licensure renewal
• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment focused on community health

This position is full-time (40 hours) with normal hours M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. (Hours may vary) and include occasional evenings and weekends.
 

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE OR WORK FROM HOME POSITION