Licensed Practical Nurse - General Internal Medicine - LPN

Mayo Career Site UK; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support a high-volume ambulatory Breast Diagnostics Clinic in Minnesota. The role centers on providing direct patient care and coordinating clinical activities to ensure timely access and readiness for visits.

You will collaborate with physicians, RNs, and administrative staff to maintain efficient patient flow, document care plans, and uphold Mayo Clinic policies and nursing standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient visits, including review of health history, medication reconciliation, and vital sign collection in accordance with clinical protocols.
• Complete pre-visit and pre-call chart reviews to ensure clinical readiness and care coordination.
• Perform telephone encounters to assess patient needs and review clinical information.
• Collaborate daily with providers, nurses, desk staff, appointment services, interpreters, and administrative staff to support patient flow.
• Serve as a resource to the care team by responding to questions and facilitating next steps in care.
• Coordinate collection of outside medical records and diagnostic information for evaluation.
• Promote communication and continuity of care across the multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes.
• Practice in accordance with LPN licensure, Mayo Clinic policies, and nursing standards.

Job description

GIM- Ambulatory Breast Diagnosis Clinic

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) –provides direct patient care and clinical coordination within the high-volume ambulatory Breast Diagnostics Clinic. This role supports timely access to care, ensures clinical readiness for visits, and serves as a key communication liaison among patients, providers, and the multidisciplinary care team. This position plays a critical role in managing complex clinical workflows within a fast-paced ambulatory setting. The LPN supports both patients and care teams through proactive coordination, clear communication, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient visits, including review of health history, medication reconciliation, and vital sign collection (e.g., blood pressure), in accordance with established clinical protocols.
• Complete pre-visit and pre-call chart reviews to ensure clinical readiness, accurate documentation, and appropriate coordination of care.
• Perform telephone encounters to assess patient needs, review clinical information, and coordinate care.
• Collaborate daily with providers, registered nurses, desk operations specialists, patient appointment services, interpreters, and medical administrative staff to support efficient patient flow and access.
• Serve as a resource to the care team by responding to questions, clarifying plans, and facilitating next steps in the patient care continuum.
• Coordinate collection of outside medical records and diagnostic information to support comprehensive patient evaluation.
• Promote effective communication and continuity of care across the multidisciplinary team to enhance patient experience and outcomes.
• Practice in accordance with LPN scope of licensure, Mayo Clinic policies, and professional nursing standards.

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.