Licensed Practical Nurse - Mayo Family Clinic Northeast - LPN

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports patient care from birth through death in a fast-paced outpatient clinic. Care may be delivered in person, by phone or video, and through web-based interactions. The LPN provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or other assigned supervisor, accepts delegated responsibilities, and collects and communicates data to assist with patient assessment and care planning. The LPN follows the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care. At Mayo Family Clinic Northeast, the LPN contributes to collaborative, team-based practice and builds relationships with patients and families. The clinic supports Family Medicine, Community Internal Medicine, Community Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, and other specialties. The role includes direct care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, support for preventive and chronic disease care, and coordination of clinic workflows.

Requirements

Graduate from a school of practical nursing, or pass the 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 in an applicable setting is required.
Current LPN license meeting applicable state requirements.
Maintain current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, unless the work area determines it is not required for a position not on campus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience working in a team environment.
Computer skills.
Ability to work daytime hours; flexibility may be required to meet staffing needs.
Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
Additional specialty certification or training as required by the work area.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing.
One year of LPN experience within the last five years.
Prior experience with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care within scope of practice for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
Conduct focused assessments and reinforce patient education.
Administer medications, immunizations, and treatments, including injections, ear lavages, nebulizer treatments, wound care, catheter care, and suture or staple removal.
Support preventive care services, chronic disease management, and quality improvement initiatives.
Assist with in-clinic procedures.
Independently manage a nurse visit calendar and clinic workflows to support timely, coordinated care.
Collect patient data through observation and communicate information to assist the RN and/or provider with assessment and care planning.
Deliver care in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care.
Participate as a member of the health care team and accept delegation from the RN, assigned supervisor, and provider.
Demonstrate strong communication skills and, as assigned, assist with mentoring, instruction, committees, or quality improvement projects.