Licensed Practical Nurse II

Licensed Practical Nurse IIPrimary Location Atlanta, Georgia Facility Name Glenlake Medical Offices Employee Status: Regular Schedule Full-time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift Day Salary $30.42 - $38.47 / hour Job Number 1456517 Worker Location: OnsiteJob Summary: Kaiser Permanente nurses are guided by an integrated nursing model that places patients and families in the center. The Licensed Practical Nurse II (LPN II) 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 II, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Physician, provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families that prevents illness or injury, including complex procedures that restores health. 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 assists 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 to new team members on standard work, policies, and procedures.Participates in the supervision of unlicensed personnel in the delivery of patient care.Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed and act independently to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.Ensures timely coordination of pre- and post-procedural appointments, consultations, and encounters inside and outside of Kaiser Permanente.Assists practitioner with procedures and provides post-procedural care and education per provider instructions and in accordance with scope of practice.Performs complex procedures independently, under the supervision of a Physician and in accordance with scope of practice.Leads one or more projects annually to improve access, clinical performance, and/or care experience.May perform other duties as assigned.Basic Qualifications: ExperienceMinimum three (3) years of clinical nursing experience as an LPN/LVN.Minimum one (1) year of experience in area of specialty.EducationGraduate of an accredited nursing (LPN/LVN) program.License, Certification, RegistrationPractical Nurse License (Georgia) required at hireBasic Life Support required at hireAdditional Requirements:N/A.Preferred Qualifications:Associates degree in nursing.Primary Location: Georgia,Atlanta,Glenlake Medical Offices Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start: 07:30 AM Working Hours End: 04:00 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: GTC|UFCW|Local 1996 Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Glenlake Medical Offices - Radiology-Spcl Proc-General - 2808 Pay Range: $30.42 - $38.47 / hour Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location. Travel: No On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. 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.