Licensed Practical Nurse - General Internal Medicine, Scts. - LPN

City Scottsdale

State AZ

Remote NO

Department Nursing

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and  comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

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.

• Graduate of a school of practical nursing or passed LPN Boards after a defined period in a professional nursing program (e.g., some states allow RN students to take the LPN board exam after completing one to two years in the RN program). 
• If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting is required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent. 

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in ambulatory/outpatient setting preferred. 
• Family Medicine/Primary Care experience preferred. 
• Strong customer service skills for a high-touch patient population required. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment. 
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. 
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. 
• Computer proficiency required, including experience with electronic medical records. 
• Epic experience preferred. 
• Flexibility to meet staffing needs and work daytime hours. 
• Two years of recent LPN experience preferred.
• Prior phlebotomy experience preferred.

License/Certifications

• Arizona - Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. 
• Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area. 
• Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.  Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" .  Mayo Clinic participates in  E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.