Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
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Job Description
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.
- collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning.
- 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.
- delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care.
- possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and instructing; and may participate on committees or projects including quality improvement projects.
Qualifications
Education:
Student or Graduate of a Practical Nursing program 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).
Experience:
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 is preferred.
License or Certification:
Current MN LPN license
Maintains BLS (Basic Life Support) for Health Care Providersfrom one of the following programs:
1. American Heart Association
2. American Red Cross
Employment Type
Full-Time
