Licensed Practical Nurse - Primary Care, Phoenix - LPN

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or other assigned supervisor. The LPN accepts delegation from the RN or assigned supervisor and provider to help meet the needs of patients and families. The role 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 the principles of relationship-based care. The LPN uses strong communication skills, mentors and instructs others, and may participate in committees or projects, including quality improvement projects. Daytime hours are required, with flexibility potentially needed to meet staffing needs.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of practical nursing, or pass 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.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to work daytime hours and flexibility to meet staffing needs as required.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
• Current LPN license according to applicable state requirements.
• In Arizona, maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers; positions not on campus may not require current BLS competency as determined by the work area.
• Additional specialty certification or training as required by the work area.

Nice To Haves

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

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 support 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 others.
• May participate in committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

What This Job Offers

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