Licensed Practical Nurse – Long-Term Stay - LPN

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

Domitilla 5D (Do5D) is a 19-bed Long-Term Stay Unit for stable-to-discharge patients awaiting transitional care in the community. Its staffing model includes registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, patient care assistants, nurse technicians, and health unit coordinators. The unit enables staff to build relationships with patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members on discharge planning. Its model of care features reduced assessment frequency and emphasizes patient autonomy, recovery, and readiness for discharge. Individual and group care interventions support socialization and patient engagement.

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of an RN or other assigned supervisor and accepts delegation from the RN or supervisor to meet patient and family needs. The LPN collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider with patient assessment and care planning. As a member of the health care team, the LPN delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and relationship-based care principles. The role calls for strong communication, mentoring, and instructional skills. The LPN may also participate in committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of practical nursing, or have passed 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.
• Valid BLS certification for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include American Heart Association/Heartcode BLS, Military Training Network, or Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
• Additional specialty certification or training as required by the work area.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of an RN or other assigned supervisor.
• Accept delegation from the RN or assigned supervisor and provider in meeting patient and family needs.
• Collect data through observation and communicate information to assist the RN and/or provider with patient assessment and care planning.
• Participate as a member of the health care team.
• Deliver care in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care.
• Mentor and instruct as appropriate.
• May participate in committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members in the discharge planning process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed