Licensed Practical Nurse - Family Medicine - LPN

Mayo Clinic • Austin, MN

1d • $25 - $36

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, supervisor, and provider to help meet patient and family needs. The role collects data through observation and communicates information to support RN and provider assessment and care planning.

The LPN participates as a member of the healthcare team and delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care. The role requires excellent communication skills and skill in mentoring and instruction. The LPN may also participate in committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

Requirements

• Be a student or graduate of a Practical Nursing program, or have passed LPN Boards after a defined period in a professional nursing program.
• If graduation did not occur within the last two years, have one year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting.
• Hold a current Minnesota LPN license.
• Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Have excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year of LPN experience within the last five years is preferred.

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 or provider with patient assessment and care planning.
• Participate as a member of the healthcare team.
• Deliver care according to 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.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSA pre-tax savings accounts for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefit plans.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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