Licensed Practical Nurse

Health eCareers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN I) in Atlanta, GA. The LPN will provide essential nursing care under supervision, focusing on patient-centered quality care while collaborating with healthcare teams. This is an entry-level position with opportunities to engage in various health improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse License (Georgia) required.
• Basic Life Support certification from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for visits, collects clinical data, and measures vital signs.
• Educates patients and assists in care coordination.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing (LPN/LVN) program

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Job Summary

Kaiser Permanente nurses are guided by an integrated nursing model that places patients and families in the center. The Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN I) I practices nursing as defined by the Georgia Board of Nursing standards of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses and by organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines. The LPN I, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Physician, provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families to promote or restore health and to prevent illness and injury. Educates patients and families and assists with coordination of care. Collaborates with members of the Health Care Team (HCT) and leaders to ensure the delivery of high-quality care that meets defined standards that optimizes health and wellness.

• Prepares patient for office visit by reviewing history, collecting relevant clinical information (e.g. height, weight, vision, or hearing screen), measuring vital signs, and documenting in the medical record.
• Completes POE and addresses care gaps during the patient encounter.
• Prepares room and equipment for procedure and assist the practitioner as needed.
• Initiates interventions and document response to treatment according to established workflows and guidelines.
• Participates in emergency care as directed by practitioner or registered nurse.
• Educates patients and provides preparation materials for diagnostic studies according to guidelines.
• Schedules appointments for patients with lab, radiology, or specialty consultations as ordered by practitioner.
• Monitors electronic messaging and emails (department InBasket) related to patient or provider requests and manages the messages within scope of practice.
• Participates in departmental or regional quality improvement activities and initiatives.
• Engages patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of care.
• Provides departmental orientation and training of new team members on standard work, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in the supervision of unlicensed personnel in the delivery of patient care.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Summary

Kaiser Permanente nurses are guided by an integrated nursing model that places patients and families in the center. The Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN I) I practices nursing as defined by the Georgia Board of Nursing standards of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses and by organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines. The LPN I, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Physician, provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families to promote or restore health and to prevent illness and injury. Educates patients and families and assists with coordination of care. Collaborates with members of the Health Care Team (HCT) and leaders to ensure the delivery of high-quality care that meets defined standards that optimizes health and wellness.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for office visit by reviewing history, collecting relevant clinical information (e.g. height, weight, vision, or hearing screen), measuring vital signs, and documenting in the medical record.
• Completes POE and addresses care gaps during the patient encounter.
• Prepares room and equipment for procedure and assist the practitioner as needed.
• Initiates interventions and document response to treatment according to established workflows and guidelines.
• Participates in emergency care as directed by practitioner or registered nurse.
• Educates patients and provides preparation materials for diagnostic studies according to guidelines.
• Schedules appointments for patients with lab, radiology, or specialty consultations as ordered by practitioner.
• Monitors electronic messaging and emails (department InBasket) related to patient or provider requests and manages the messages within scope of practice.
• Participates in departmental or regional quality improvement activities and initiatives.
• Engages patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of care.
• Resolves patient concerns promptly.
• Provides departmental orientation and training of new team members on standard work, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in the supervision of unlicensed personnel in the delivery of patient care.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• N/A
  
  

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing (LPN/LVN) program.
  
  

License, Certification, Registration

• Practical Nurse License (Georgia) required at hire
• Basic Life Support required at hire from American Heart Association
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Complete a Customer Service Assessment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) months of Health care experience preferred.
• Customer service aptitude demonstrated through Customer Service Assessment.
  
  

Notes

• MOBs in POD: Southwood, Gwinnett, Townpark
• Willing to float to other MOBs within POD

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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