Licensed Practical Nurse - Mayo Family Medicine Baldwin - LPN
About The Position
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. Primary Care patient services include health care for existing medical needs, preventative care, acute care, and management of chronic health conditions. Care is provided through in-person visits, phone, video and web-based care. LPNs in all primary care practices are valued members of the interprofessional care team, collaborating with physicians, advanced practitioners, non-licensed allied health professionals, registered nurses, and student learners. Primary Care locations offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that allows LPNs to work closely with an interdisciplinary team while building meaningful, long-term relationships with patients. Family Medicine (2nd Floor of the Baldwin Building) Patients of all ages — newborns through seniors. Care includes obstetrics, pediatrics, adult, and geriatric health. The Family Medicine practice offers LPNs the opportunity to work with patients across the lifespan. Family Medicine provides family-oriented comprehensive care, including obstetrical care and well-woman care, newborn and well-child care, pediatrics and adult and geriatric care. LPNs play a vital role in delivering patient-centered care such as immunizations, ear washes, reinforcing patient education, and chronic disease management. The role also involves supporting in-clinic procedures and balancing timely responses to patient requests via online messaging.
Responsibilities
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
