Clinic Specialty Nurse LPN/CMA

***$5,000 Retention Bonus for NEW full-time hire***

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for the fifth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Specialty Department

Outstanding care is truly the heart of our practice. Committed to providing care for the entire family, Lakewood brings the perfect blend of personal attention and hands on care, with all of the convenience and modern technology you’ve come to expect from a healthcare system.

Specialty Mission

As an LPN or CMA in our Specialty Clinic, you’ll be a valued and essential part of a dynamic, compassionate care team. In this role, you’ll have the unique opportunity to build meaningful connections with patients while making a direct, positive impact on their care journey.

You’ll work within a variety of Specialty services — including Orthopedics, Telehealth Services, Podiatry, General Surgery, Pain Management, Urology, Endocrinology, and Rheumatology — offering an exciting, fast-paced environment with endless opportunities to learn and grow.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys collaborating with multiple specialty providers, and values professional growth. If you’re passionate about providing exceptional care, supporting your team, and expanding your skills in a supportive, patient-centered environment — we’d love to meet you!

Duties & Responsibilities

As a LPN/CMA at Lakewood Health System, you are expected to provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining high standards of clinical practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver direct patient care following clinical practices, provider direction, and within your scope of practice.
• Accurately document care, patient interactions, medications, and procedures in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Assist with patient assessments, vitals, medication administration, and clinical procedures as appropriate.
• Manage patient flow, room preparation, and maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical environment.
• Support patient education, care instructions, and follow-up coordination.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, families, and the care team.
• Adapt to workflow changes and provide dependable, flexible support to fellow team members.
• Protect patient confidentiality and uphold safety standards and organizational policies at all times.

Position Type

• Full-time
• 64-80 hours every two weeks (per pay perio