LPN I: Patient Care & Care Coordination (Georgia)

Kaiser Permanente; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Georgia seeks an LPN I to provide direct and indirect nursing care under RN or physician supervision. The role centers on preparing patients, collecting data, and coordinating care with the health care team to promote health and prevent illness.

You will educate patients, assist with procedures, monitor responses, and participate in quality initiatives within a regional care network. Joining requires GA LPN license and BLS at hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing (LPN/LVN) program.
• Practical Nurse License (Georgia) required at hire.
• Basic Life Support required at hire.
• Complete a Customer Service Assessment.
• Float to OBGYN departments within service area.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for office visit by reviewing history, collecting relevant clinical information, 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.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Customer Service

Education

LPN/LVN nursing program

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Georgia seeks an LPN I to provide direct and indirect nursing care under RN or physician supervision. The role centers on preparing patients, collecting data, and coordinating care with the health care team to promote health and prevent illness.

You will educate patients, assist with procedures, monitor responses, and participate in quality initiatives within a regional care network. Joining requires GA LPN license and BLS at hire.