Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Endocrinology - LPN Hybrid

Mayo Clinic • Scottsdale, AZ

4d • Hybrid

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 to help meet the needs of patients and families, collects data through observation, and communicates information to support the RN or provider in 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 principles of relationship-based care. The role requires strong communication skills and skill in mentoring and instruction. The LPN may participate in committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of practical nursing, or 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.
• 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.
• Current LPN license according to applicable state requirements.
• In Arizona, maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers, subject to the stated work-area exception for positions not on campus.
• 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 delegated tasks from the RN, assigned supervisor, and provider to help meet patient and family needs.
• Collect data through observation and communicate information to assist the RN 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 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