Licensed Practical Nurse - Primary Care - Incentive Eligible - LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ambulatory Primary Care

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Job Description

• The licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN) or other assigned supervisor and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor in meeting the needs of the patient/family.
• The LPN collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning.
• The LPN participates as a member of the health care team and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor and provider in meeting needs of the patient/family.
• The LPN delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care.
• The LPN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and instructing; and may participate on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

What You'll Do

• Partner with providers, RNs, and allied health staff to deliver patient-centered care
• Provide age-specific services, from newborn and pediatric rooming to adult and geriatric aftercare
• Administer vaccines, medications, and treatments (injections, ear lavages, nebulizers, wound care, catheter care, suture/staple removal, vision/hearing screenings, fluoride varnish, etc.)
• Manage patient communications via phone, online messages, and telehealth
• Support preventative care and chronic condition management, reinforcing patient education
• Independently manage nurse calendars, ensuring timely, accurate patient care
• Contribute to quality initiatives by closing care gaps and improving outcomes

Practice Populations

• Family Medicine: Patients of all ages - newborns through seniors. Care includes obstetrics, pediatrics, adult, and geriatric health.
• Community Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine: Infants, children, and adolescents through college-age. Focus on preventive care, education, and procedures.
• Community Internal Medicine, Geriatrics & Palliative: Adults 18+ with focus on geriatric and palliative needs, including chronic condition management and nurse-led procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of practical nursing or passed LPN Boards after a defined period in a professional nursing program. If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting is required.
• One year LPN experience within the last five years preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer skills required; prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.
• Ability to work daytime hours; flexibility may be required to meet staffing needs.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing preferred.

License and Certifications

• Current LPN license by applicable state requirements.
• Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area. Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area.

Compensation Detail

Compensation range is $24.72 - $36.10/hour.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday; Extended Days, 8-hour shifts. Will be expected to float to other Primary Care sites as needed. Includes but not limited to Rochester and Kasson and to cross cover for non-visit care as directed by patient care needs, which may include virtual support.

Weekend Schedule

8 - 10 Saturdays per year.

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.