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Hennepin Healthcare

Nurse Licensed Practical (LPN - 0.8 FTE) - Pediatric Clinic

Hennepin Healthcare, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400

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Hennepin Healthcare is hiring a part-time LPN (0.8 FTE) for our Pediatric Clinic in downtown Minneapolis. This benefit-eligible role is union represented and primarily works day shift. Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and advancement. ***This opening is currently set to work Monday-Friday day hours but may expand to include evenings and weekends as we grow. A $4,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external LPN candidates (current employees and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).

SUMMARY With the context of the Hennepin County Medical Center Relationship-Based Care Practice Model, under the direction of providers and/or the registered nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse assists providers in the delivery of care and performs nursing functions within the LPN scope of practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the initial and ongoing assessment of patients

Obtain patient information and medical history including current medications, allergies, chief complaint, and immunization schedule

Perform basic patient care activities including taking and charting vital signs

Under the direction of a registered nurse, provide patient education from standardized teaching plans

Transcribe orders, maintain telephone communication, and call prescription refills as directed by providers

Assist with tracking and review of medical records and lab results

Clean equipment and rooms. Maintain a safe environment

Procure and stock equipment and supplies and ensure that equipment is operable through quality assurance checks

Maintain clinical competence within the area of specialty

Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with patient and family, team members, department and medical center personnel

Perform other duties as assigned, but only when trained to do so

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of an approved course in practical nursing

Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Minnesota Board of Nursing

Current CPR certification

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

Must possess basic nursing skills and deliver safe patient care

Attention to detail and ability to problem solve are essential

Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

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