Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Breast/Endo/Bari/GI/Hepato-Pan Surgery - LPN

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

The LPN provides care to pediatric and adult patients in a variety of specialties including Plastics, Gynecology, Thoracic, Breast, Endocrine, Bariatric and Liver/Pancreas. 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.
• If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting is required.
• Computer skills required.
• Current LPN license by applicable state requirements.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers).
• Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Nice To Haves

• One year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting if graduation occurred within the last two years.
• One year LPN experience within the last five years preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing preferred.

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.
• Delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care.
• Possesses excellent communication skills.
• Is skillful in mentoring and instructing.
• May participate on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree