Mayo Clinic·Rochester, Minnesota
The LPN provides nursing care to patients in General Internal Medicine under the supervision of an RN, performing tasks such as medication reviews and immunizations. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to collect patient data and implement care plans.
In the LPN role within General Internal Medicine, patient visits include, but are not limited to: review of patient health history, medication review, immunization administration, ear lavage, focused nutrition assessments, and blood pressure visits. Telehealth consists of collecting pertinent information ahead of a provider visits, researching prescription discrepancies, and/or facilitating prior authorization denials. The LPN collaborates daily with providers, desk operations specialists, patient appointment service specialists, interpreters, and medical secretaries.
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.
The LPN collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning.
The LPN 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.
The LPN delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care.
The LPN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and instructing; and may participate on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.
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Candidates must be a graduate of a practical nursing school with a current LPN license and valid BLS certification. One year of LPN experience is required if graduation was more than two years ago.
Market context
Minnesota nursing openings often reflect steady demand in senior care settings, where employers look for RNs who can support older adults and work reliably across shifts. These roles are competitive because an accredited nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license, and prior senior-population experience are common screening points; a bachelor’s degree can strengthen candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to senior-care experience.