Licensed Practical Nurse – Ambulatory Colorectal Surgery - LPN

Mayo Career Site UK; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Career Site UK is seeking an LPN to support patient care in the Gonda Building, assisting with un-sedated endoscopy procedures and pre/post-operative visits related to colorectal surgery.

The LPN provides nursing care under supervision, collects data through observation, communicates findings to the RN or provider, and participates in quality improvement projects as part of the health care team. Strong communication and mentoring skills are valued.

Qualifications

• LPN provides nursing care under supervision.
• Delivers care per patient care plan and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

• Collect data through observation and communicate information to assist the RN/provider.
• Participate in quality improvement projects as part of the health care team.
• Mentor and instruct colleagues as needed.

Skills

LPN license

Communication skills

Mentoring

Job description

Location: Gonda Building

This licensed practical nurse (LPN) will work with patients experiencing un-sedated endoscopy procedures(flexible sigmoidoscopy and high resolution anoscopy), minor procedures, or provider visits before and after colorectal surgery.

The licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN) or other assigned supervisor and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor in meeting the needs of the patient/family. The LPN collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning. The LPN participates as a member of the health care team and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor and provider in meeting needs of the patient/family. The LPN delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care. The LPN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and instructing; and may participate on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.