Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN- Cancer Clinic

Job Overview

• Our Masonic Cancer Clinic is one of the nation’s top cancer research centers with a team of specialized doctors, nurses, researchers and health care professionals committed to providing life-saving care to people with cancer.
• People travel from across the country and around the world for treatments within our hospitals/clinics.
• Our team is doing high impact work in the prevention, detection, and treatment of our patients.
• At the Masonic Cancer Clinic we strive for a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment where employees are able to find career growth as well as work-life balance.
• As a member of the interdependent team led by a designated RN, the LPN is accountable to perform patient care duties and activities for a group of patients.

Responsibilities

Maintains knowledge of, and complies with, all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards. Actively participates in creating and implementing improvements. Supports the nursing process to achieve outcome focused patient care by following the plan of care in order to achieve identified patient outcomes. Observes and collects data to contribute to the assessments of the patient and family in order to develop an outcome focused plan of care. Follows the plan of care in order to achieve identified patient outcomes. Intervenes in emergency situations as appropriate within scope of practice. Communicates effectively with patient/family, physicians, and the interdependent team regarding the care of the patient. Contributes to the achievement of patient and unit outcomes (Safety, cost, quality, satisfaction, engagement) by working collaboratively with inter and intradepartmental teams. Utilizes the nursing process to provide holistic, compassionate, safe, high quality, population-based care Observes and collects pertinent data and/or clinical findings to enhance patient outcomes. Provides patient educational information appropriate to the developmental level, learning needs, readiness, cultural values, and beliefs of patients and families. Demonstrates practices that support safety with recognition of variations in populations served, preventing harm to patients, families, employees, and themselves. Demonstrates behavior consistent with the standards, scope of practice, ethics, and characteristics of a licensed professional. Basic ability to use a computer and applications that are associated with performing basic work tasks (navigate in Windows, Outlook, epic EHR, etc.). Skilled in developing effective rapport with customers, co- workers, or families, actively listening to develop a positive connection. Ability to interact effectively, listen actively and develop positive working relationships with diverse customers and staff honoring different world views. Required Qualifications Practical Nursing diploma from an accredited school of nursing 1-3 years experience Drivers License Some positions may require a valid driver's license and insurance for home visits Trade or Vocational Certification Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) MN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)