Licensed Practical Nurse - Primary Care, Phoenix - LPN

Mayo Clinic; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Phoenix is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care under RN supervision. The role requires strong communication, teamwork, and computer skills to document and coordinate with the care team.

Responsibilities include data collection, care planning, and adherence to patient care plans. LPN license current in state; BLS as required by work area may apply. On-site daytime schedule with 4x10 hour shifts per week.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer skills required, EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to assigned patients under supervision.
• Maintains patient data and communicates findings to RN/provider.
• Delivers care per patient care plan and organizational policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer skills

Daytime hours

Education

Practical nursing program graduate

Current LPN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of practical nursing or passed LPN Boards after a defined period in a professional nursing program (e.g., some states allow RN students to take the LPN board exam after completing one to two years in the RN program).
• If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting is required.
• One year LPN experience within the last five years preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.
• Ability to work daytime hours, flexibility may be required to meet staffing needs.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing preferred.
• Current LPN license by applicable state requirements.
• Arizona: Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers.
• Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.
• Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$26.52 - $39.32 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Days Hours: 0630-1700; Monday-Friday 4 x 10 hour shifts per week

Weekend Schedule

No weekends No call

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.

Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the 'EOE is the Law'. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.