Licensed Practical Nurse – Long-Term Stay - LPN

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

10d • $25 - $37

About The Position

Domitilla 5D (Do5D) is a 19-bed Long-Term Stay Unit for stable-to-discharge patients awaiting transitional care needs in the community. The unit uses an innovative staffing model with RNs, LPNs, PCAs, Nurse Technicians, and HUCs. Staff establish patient relationships and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members in dismissal planning. Care includes reduced assessment frequency and focuses on patient autonomy, recovery, and readiness for discharge. The unit provides individual and group care interventions to encourage socialization and patient engagement.

The LPN 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 support RN and/or provider assessment and care planning. As a member of the health care team, the LPN delivers care according to the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care. The LPN uses strong communication, mentoring, and instructional skills and may participate in committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of practical nursing, or have 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.
• 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.
• Current LPN license meeting applicable state requirements.
• BLS must be valid 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.
• 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.
• Graduate of 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, 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.
• 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.
• Mentor and instruct as appropriate.
• May participate on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Affordable vision plan with a national network.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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