Licensed Practical Nurse

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 from

American Heart Association

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.