Compassionate LPN I: Patient Care & Care Coordination

Kaiser Permanente; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Georgia is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN I) to provide direct and indirect nursing care under supervision, with emphasis on patient and family-centered care. Responsibilities include education, coordination of care, and collaboration with the health care team to meet standards of practice.

The role emphasizes assisting with procedures, documenting care, responding to requests, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives within the department and region.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing (LPN/LVN) program.
• Practical Nurse License (Georgia) required at hire
• Basic Life Support required at hire
• Complete a Customer Service Assessment.
• Minimum six (6) months of health care experience preferred.
• Customer service aptitude demonstrated through Customer Service Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for office visit by reviewing history, collecting clinical information, measuring vital signs, and documenting in the medical record.
• Completes POE and addresses care gaps during the patient encounter.
• Prepares room and equipment for procedures and assists the practitioner as needed.
• Initiates interventions and documents response to treatment.
• Participates in emergency care as directed by practitioner or nurse.
• Educates patients and provides preparation materials for diagnostic studies.
• Schedules appointments for lab, radiology, or specialty consultations as ordered by practitioner.
• Monitors department messages and emails related to patient or provider requests.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and initiatives.
• Engages patients and families in coordination of care.

Education

Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN nursing program

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Georgia is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN I) to provide direct and indirect nursing care under supervision, with emphasis on patient and family-centered care. Responsibilities include education, coordination of care, and collaboration with the health care team to meet standards of practice.

The role emphasizes assisting with procedures, documenting care, responding to requests, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives within the department and region.