Job Overview

Fairview has an immediate opening for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Rheumatology, Nephrology and Infectious Disease Care team at our Riverside clinic in Minneapolis, MN. This is a 0.01 FTE (Casual/On-Call position) non-benefits-eligible opening. Clinic Hours of Operation are Monday–Thursday: 7:00AM–6:00PM and Friday: 7:00AM–5:00PM.

The LPN performs delegated nursing and medical functions of data collection and delivery of care to an assigned group of patients, or individualized patient. The LPN works under the direction of a Registered Nurse, or physician/authorized practitioner and in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. The LPN is responsible for adhering to all policies, procedures, and nursing practice guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Collects data for patient assessments.
• Involves the patient, family, and other health team members in gathering relevant data.
• Document’s data collected in the medical record.
• Reports unusual data or changes in patient condition to the RN, or physician/authorized practitioner in a timely manner.
• Delivers care as delegated by the RN or physician/authorized practitioner to assigned patient population, or individual patient.
• Follows the patient’s plan of care.
• Prioritizes work based on patient acuity, available resources, and patient/family preferences, in collaboration with the RN or physician/authorized practitioner.
• Performs high and low risk technical procedures, including medications, defined by the clinical setting.
• Recognizes when different approaches may be needed based on age or cultural differences.
• Implements assigned aspects of the patient teaching plan.
• Documents care in the medical record.
• Effectively communicates compliance and concerns to delegating RN or physician/authorized practitioner.
• Takes action to assure continuity of care for all assigned patients.
• Adheres to all relevant policies, procedures, and nursing practice guidelines.
• Responds appropriately to emergent situations.
• Communicates effectively with other members of the health care team.
• Documents care in the medical record.
• Communicates verbal and written information in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner.
• Uses communication approaches appropriate to patient/family needs.

Required Qualifications

• Vocational School or Associates Degree in Nursing
• MN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year Previous ambulatory Care experience.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)

Benefit Overview

Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.