Licensed Practical Nurse – Consultative Medicine General Internal Medicine - LPN

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

1d • $25 - $36

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works in Mayo Clinic’s Consultative Medicine section of the Division of General Internal Medicine in Rochester, providing care for adult patients who live outside Olmsted County and are new to Mayo Clinic for an initial comprehensive evaluation. The role includes in-person and telephone patient visits, reviewing health histories and medications, administering immunizations, conducting focused nutrition assessments, and performing blood pressure visits. Telehealth work may include collecting information before clinic visits, researching prescription discrepancies, and facilitating prior authorization denials.

The LPN provides nursing care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or other assigned supervisor, accepts delegated responsibilities, and gathers and communicates patient information to support assessment and care planning. The LPN delivers care according to the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care. The position collaborates with physicians, nursing colleagues, and support staff, and may contribute to mentoring, instruction, committees, projects, and quality improvement work.

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 in an applicable setting is required.
• Current RN license meeting applicable state requirements, to be obtained before the start date.
• Valid BLS certification; it must remain valid for 90 days after the start date. Accepted certifications include AHA/Heartcode BLS, Military Training Network, and Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers.
• Additional state licensure and/or specialty certification or training as required by the work area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations in clinical and/or research settings.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple members of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Ability to communicate openly and effectively to build mutual understanding, trust, and rapport with team members.
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment and participate in developing creative solutions to patient care.
• Flexibility in adapting to and coping with accelerated changes in the work environment.

Nice To Haves

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

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 the needs of patients and families.
• Collect patient data through observation and communicate information to assist with assessment and care planning.
• Conduct in-person and telephone patient visits, including reviewing health histories and medications.
• Administer immunizations, perform focused nutrition assessments, and conduct blood pressure visits.
• Support telehealth interactions by collecting pertinent information before clinic visits, researching prescription discrepancies, and facilitating prior authorization denials.
• Deliver care in accordance with patient care plans, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing colleagues, and support staff as part of the health care team.
• Mentor and instruct as appropriate, and potentially participate in committees, projects, and quality improvement initiatives.

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.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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