LPN- Oncology (Day Shift)

Shift:

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first,consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

2,000 starting bonus available for eligible external talent**

8-hour day shift hours; No evenings

No weekend rotation

Position supports the Surgical Oncology Clinic, and includes possible travel to accompany Surgical Oncology Team to Coon Rapids Specialty Center up to 2 times per month (Thursday afternoons; mileage reimbursement)

Meet our Care Team Members: LPN

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Clinic provides support to providers in the delivery of timely, quality patient health care services in a clinic environment. Some duties may include collecting patient information and data, provide patient care, communicate with patient, and care team member. Individuals in this role will work in an outpatient clinic setting.

Principle Responsibilities Provides patient care support as delegated by Provider or RN Administers therapies including medications, scheduling follow up visits (and prior authorization) or other support unique to a specialty provider.

Provides patient care pre/post encounter or procedure, preventative or other health information. RN.

Collaborates with Provider and team on improving and managing quality goals.

May start, monitor, and discontinue IVs (dependent on site needs and training).

Rooms patients, manages patient flow and obtains adequate patient medical information/data. Performs rooming and accurately measures patients' vital signs and other measurement/indicators as necessary and records in medical record.

Coordinates communication of medical information and confirms information with patient when necessary and document per practice. policy and standards

Assists patients, as necessary, to prepare for physician exam, including providing psycho-emotional support.

Assists in the collection, labeling and processing specimens timely/accurately.

Assists physician with procedures including preparation of medication as required/needed.

Organizes patient flow so physician can move efficiently from one room to the next.

Accurately and completely charts information in the patient medical record.

Receives or initiates patient phone calls. Answers phones cordially and professionally in a timely manner.

Arranges for appropriate appointment or forward to RN or provider for review/recommendation.

Documents all encounters and patient interactions accurately and completely in the electronic medical record.

Processes physician orders. Performs any clinical functions within scope of license as ordered by physician.

Reviews patient charts before the visit to ensure that test results, therapy reports etc. Provides appropriate instructions to patient as directed by physician.

Cleans, prepares, organizes and re-stocks exam rooms. Stocks and supplies exam rooms according to standards and patient needs.

Required Qualifications Associate's or Vocational degree from a Board of Nursing approved LPN program

Preferred Qualifications Two years clinic LPN experience

Licenses/Certifications Licensed Practical Nurse MN BON or Licensed Practical Nurse Wisconsin (if working in Wisconsin or interacting with Wisconsin patients remotely)

Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)

BLS is not required for 62000617 RN Support Resources In Basket and 62000629 Anticoagulation (INR) Program

Pay Range: $24.62 to $33.74 per hour

Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Medical/Dental

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.