Baldwin 2, Family Medicine provides comprehensive Primary Care services for Family Medicine patients. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) collaborates closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, allied health professionals, and learners while building meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and families.
In this role, LPNs support the care of patients from birth through death, in a fast-paced outpatient clinic environment. LPNs deliver care in-person, via phone or video, as well as web-based interactions.
Responsibilities
Licensed Practical Nurses on Baldwin 2, Family Medicine contribute to a collaborative, team-based practice and build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and families.
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.
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. 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 and Florida: Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers. Midwest: Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross. 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.
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