LPN

Kaiser Permanente; Duluth, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Georgia seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN I) to deliver nurse care under supervision, focusing on patient-centered care and education. You will participate in coordinating care with the health care team and support ongoing quality initiatives.

The role requires a Georgia Practical Nurse license and BLS at hire, plus prior nursing program graduation. A float pool for OB/GYN coverage in the east catchment area may involve travel.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program.
• Practical Nurse License (Georgia) at hire.
• Basic Life Support at hire.
• Customer Service Assessment is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for office visits by collecting relevant clinical information and documenting vitals.
• Completes POE and addresses care gaps during encounters.
• Assists with procedures and supports practitioners as needed.
• Initiates interventions and documents responses according to guidelines.
• Educates patients and families and coordinates care.
• Supervises unlicensed personnel and participates in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Customer service

Education

Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program

Job description

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.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• 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
  

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:

• Float pool to service OB/GYN for the east catchment area, 13 MOBs in the surrounding area. May be asked to travel outside catchment for urgent needs.