Full-Time or Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Ocracoke Health Center Inc
Ocracoke, NC, US
Summary
The LPN will perform physical assessments, administer medications, and support providers with clinical procedures. They are also responsible for patient education and maintaining accurate records within the Athena EMR system.
Job Description
Description
Join Our Mission-Driven Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Ocracoke, NC | Clinic Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
Are you a compassionate, skilled LPN looking for a meaningful career with a close-knit, supportive team?
At Ocracoke Health Center, we do more than provide healthcare—we build relationships, strengthen communities, and help people thrive. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, our mission is rooted in holistic, high-quality care delivered with heart. With locations in Manteo, Ocracoke, and Engelhard, we serve some of the most beautiful and tight-knit communities in coastal North Carolina.
What You’ll Do as an LPN:
- Assist with physical assessments and collect lab specimens.
- Administer medications and basic treatments as prescribed.
- Support providers with exams, procedures, and minor clinical tasks.
- Educate patients on wellness practices and clearly communicate physician instructions.
- Ensure safety and compliance with infection control and confidentiality standards.
- Accurately chart assessments, interventions, and test results in Athena (EMR)
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Active LPN license in North Carolina (or eligibility to obtain one).
- At least 1 year of nursing experience; clinic or community health experience a plus.
- Proficiency in blood draws and medication dosage calculation.
- A calm, confident presence and the ability to act in emergencies.
Full-Time Pay and Benefits:
- Pay: $23.00 – $25.50 per hour (based on experience)
- Time Off: 14 days PTO, up to 5 days wellness leave, and 13 paid holidays
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and EAP coverage
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (with a lunch break 12–1)
- Culture: A mission-focused team where your work truly matters and your voice is heard
Part-Time Pay:
- Pay: $23.00 – $25.50 per hour (based on experience)
- Schedule: Flexible part-time hours within clinic schedule (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm)
Let’s Grow Together
We’re not just offering a job—we’re offering the opportunity to be part of a team that values people first: our patients and our staff. If you're looking for a role where you can grow your skills while making a real difference, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today to join the Ocracoke Health Center as our next LPN hero.
We are also open to hiring a Registered Nurse (RN)!
Ocracoke Health Center Inc is a non-profit, community based organization making up three Federally Qualified Health Centers in Ocracoke, Engelhard, and Manteo, NC. We were established and have been operating since 1981 as a provider of family practice medical care, and became a Rural Health Center in 1982. Our mission statement: to operate and maintain a primary care program for all citizens, residents and visitors desiring those services, especially for those who have limited access to adequate medical services. Ocracoke Health Center, Engelhard Medical Center, and Manteo Community Health Center provides care to all persons in need, regardless of their ability to pay for services.
Founded
1981
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Ocracoke, North Carolina
Ocracoke Health Center Inc is a non-profit, community based organization making up three Federally Qualified Health Centers in Ocracoke, Engelhard, and Manteo, NC. We were established and have been operating since 1981 as a provider of family practice medical care, and became a Rural Health Center in 1982. Our mission statement: to operate and maintain a primary care program for all citizens, residents and visitors desiring those services, especially for those who have limited access to adequate medical services. Ocracoke Health Center, Engelhard Medical Center, and Manteo Community Health Center provides care to all persons in need, regardless of their ability to pay for services.
Founded
1981
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Ocracoke, North Carolina