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Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Licensed Practical Nurse - Jail Health Services in Minneapolis, Minnesota
_SUMMARY_ We are currently seeking a LPN to join our Jail Health Services team. This position is part-time with benefits, 56 hours per pay period, evening shift, and every other weekend.
With the context of the Hennepin County Medical Center Relationship-Based Care Practice Model, under the direction of providers and/or the registered nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse assists providers in the delivery of care and performs nursing functions within the LPN scope of practice.
_RESPONSIBILITIES_ * Contribute to the initial and ongoing assessment of patients * Obtain patient information and medical history including current medications, allergies, chief complaint, and immunization schedule * Perform basic patient care activities including taking and charting vital signs * Under the direction of a registered nurse, provide patient education from standardized teaching plans * Transcribe orders, maintain telephone communication, and call prescription refills as directed by providers * Assist with tracking and review of medical records and lab results * Clean equipment and rooms. Maintain a safe environment * Procure and stock equipment and supplies and ensure that equipment is operable through quality assurance checks * Maintain clinical competence within the area of specialty * Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with patient and family, team members, department and medical center personnel * Perform other duties as assigned, but only when trained to do so
_QUALIFICATIONS_ Minimum Qualifications: * Completion of an approved course in practical nursing * Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Minnesota Board of Nursing * Current CPR certification Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: * Must possess basic nursing skills and deliver safe patient care * Attention to detail and ability to problem solve are essential * Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year work experience in Corrections, Addiction Medicine, or Mental Health
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse - Jail Health Services
Location: MN-Minneapolis-Public Safety Facility (Jail)
Requisition ID: 231497