LPN, Clinic - Foot & Ankle / Orthopedics

Schedule: Monday-Thursdays 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Your experience matters

Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an LPN, Clinic - Foot & Ankle / Orthopedics joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

This position is based in a busy outpatient orthopedic physician practice with eight providers and approximately 40 staff members, including an on-site radiology department. Our practice has a close-knit, family-oriented culture with a strong emphasis on teamwork. Many of our employees and providers have been with the practice for more than 10 years, reflecting the strong sense of collaboration across the team.

This LPN will work closely with a podiatrist specializing in foot and ankle care , providing hands-on clinical support in a high-volume practice. The LPN will also support the broader orthopedic team, providing an opportunity to build experience across a well-established orthopedic practice.

How you'll contribute

An LPN, Clinic - Foot & Ankle / Orthopedics who excels in this role:

• Works in a busy orthopedic physician practice , providing dedicated clinical support to a podiatrist specializing in foot and ankle care , while also supporting the broader orthopedic team.
• Provides hands-on diabetic foot care and nail debridement , including care of difficult or thickened nails.
• Supports the provider during high-volume clinic days and assists with clinical duties to promote efficient patient care and workflow.
• Assists with scheduling CT scans and surgical procedures.
• Performs general clinical office duties and supports day-to-day practice operations.
• Works collaboratively with clinical, front-office, radiology, and provider teams.
• Maintains a professional, patient-focused approach in a busy outpatient orthopedic environment.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage, with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period, tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• Current LPN licensure to practice in North Carolina.
• New graduate and experienced LPNs are encouraged to apply.
• Comfortable providing hands-on diabetic foot care and nail debridement on a consistent basis .
• Comfortable working in a busy, high-volume outpatient clinical environment.
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible and willing to cross-train and support multiple orthopedic providers.
• Professional, dependable, and committed to providing compassionate patient care.

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Haley by emailing haley.cobb@lifepointhealth.net .

More about Rutherford Regional Health System

Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility serving Rutherford County and surrounding communities. Our health system extends beyond the hospital through physician practices that help connect patients with care across a variety of specialties, including primary and specialty care. As part of Lifepoint Health, we combine the resources of a national healthcare network with the close-knit feel of community-based care. Through our partnership with Duke Lifepoint Healthcare, we are strengthening quality and expanding access to physician expertise and specialty care. Whether working in the hospital or one of our physician practices, you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to providing compassionate care and making communities healthier.

EEOC Statement

"Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."