Licensed Practical Nurse - Non-Vascular Radiology - LPN

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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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.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of practical nursing or passed LPN Boards after a defined period in a professional nursing program (e.g., some states allow RN students to take the LPN board exam after completing one to two years in the RN program).
• If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting is required.
• Ability to wear lead and to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds is required.
• Ability to work with arms above shoulder level, and repetitive movement with hands and wrists above shoulder level is required.
• 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 flexible hours.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
• Applicants with implants/devises, such as a pacemaker or defibrillator (ICD), are putting themselves at risk.
• Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.
• Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
• Internal applicants should attach their three most recent performance appraisals.
• Current LPN license by applicable state requirements.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support for healthcare providers – certificate of course completion required and must not expire within 3 months after start date.
• A scanned copy of the certificate of completion or transcripts, including your full name, must be attached to your profile to be considered.
• We will only accept certificates of course completion from the following providers: American Heart Association (Title: BLS for Healthcare Providers or BLS Provider) Red Cross (Title: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers or BLS for Healthcare Providers)
• Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN) or other assigned supervisor
• Accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor in meeting the needs of the patient/family
• Collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning
• 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
• Delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care
• Mentoring and instructing
• Participates on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects

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