LPN, Healthcare Nursing, LPN​/LVN

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 practices nursing as defined by the Georgia Board of Nursing standards of practice and organizational policies. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Physician, the LPN I provides direct and indirect nursing care to promote health and prevent illness, educates patients, assists with coordination of care, and collaborates with the Health Care Team to deliver high‑quality care.

• Prepares patient for office visit by reviewing history, collecting relevant clinical information, measuring vital signs, and documenting in the medical record.
• Completes point of encounter and addresses care gaps during the patient encounter.
• Prepares room and equipment for procedure and assists the practitioner as needed.
• Initiates interventions and documents 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 Inbox) 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:

N/A

• 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.

• Minimum six (6) months of health care experience preferred.
• Customer service aptitude demonstrated through Customer Service Assessment.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care