LPN I: Patient-Centered Care & Coordination

Kaiser Permanente; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 77,796,000 - 100,460,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente seeks an LPN I to provide direct and indirect nursing care under RN or physician supervision, focusing on patient-centered care and coordination within Georgia guidelines.

Role includes pre-visit preparation, care planning, patient education, and collaboration with the health care team to deliver high-quality care. Must have GA Practical Nurse license and BLS; hospital or clinic experience preferred.

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.

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.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Customer service

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing (LPN/LVN) program.

Job description

Kaiser Permanente seeks an LPN I to provide direct and indirect nursing care under RN or physician supervision, focusing on patient-centered care and coordination within Georgia guidelines.

Role includes pre-visit preparation, care planning, patient education, and collaboration with the health care team to deliver high-quality care. Must have GA Practical Nurse license and BLS; hospital or clinic experience preferred.