Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Kaiser
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: June 25, 2025
|
|
|
Job 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.
Notes: - Employee will float and support other departments as
needed within the Glenlake Medical facility. PrimaryLocation :
Georgia,Atlanta,Glenlake Medical Offices HoursPerWeek : 40 Shift :
Day Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri WorkingHoursStart : 08:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 05:00 PM Job Schedule : Full-time Job Type :
Standard Employee Status : Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation
: GTC|UFCW|Local 1996 Job Level : Individual Contributor Job
Category : Nursing Licensed & Nurse Practitioners Department :
Glenlake Medical Offices - Head and Neck - 2808 Travel : Yes, 10 %
of the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer
committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants
will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion,
sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other
protected characteristic or status.
Keywords: Kaiser, Sandy Springs , Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , Atlanta, Georgia
