Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN / Medical Assistant - Primary Care Today

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Owatonna
Posted on: January 28, 2023

Job Description:

Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report, ) and ranked in more specialties than any other care provider. We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all locations, you'll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Mayo Clinic, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!

Position description
The licensed practical nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA):
--- 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.
--- Collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning.
--- 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.
--- Delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care.
--- Possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and participates on committees or projects.

Qualifications
Education:
---Student or Graduate of a Practical Nursing or Medical Assistant program
---If a Medical Assistant, a High School Diploma/GED is also required

Experience:
---If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one year of LPN or MA experience working in an applicable setting is required.

License or certification
If a Practical Nurse, a current MN LPN license is required.

If a Medical Assistant, certification is preferred but not required.

Maintains BLS (Basic Life Support) for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs:
1. American Heart Association
2. American Red Cross

Exemption status
Non-exempt

Compensation Detail
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits eligible
Yes

Schedule
Part Time

Hours / Pay period
40

Schedule details
Various shifts, Monday through Saturday, 8am - 8pm and Sunday 8am - 6pm

This position may be required to train to any area of the clinic.
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Will be expected to physically float to other sites as needed: This includes but is not limited to: Faribault.

Will be expected to cross cover for non-visit care as directed by patient care needs, which may include but is not limited to virtual support.

Weekend schedule
Weekend rotation

Site description
Owatonna, Minnesota a thriving community of over 25,000 people, boasting one of the strongest economies in Minnesota. Located just 38 miles west of Rochester, MN and 60 miles south of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Owatonna is home to more than 40 industrial business firms as well as the headquarters for Federated Insurance. Minnesota State University, Mankato is located 40 miles west in Mankato as well as renowned private colleges, St. Olaf and Carlton located in Northfield, 35 miles north of Owatonna. Kaplan's Woods Parkway offers 225 acres for hiking, biking, jogging, picnicking and cross-country skiing. Excellent golfing is available at public and private courses, several of which are staffed by full-time golf instructors. For the tennis enthusiast, both outdoor and indoor facilities provide opportunities for year-round participation. Because many residents love music and the arts, the Owatonna Arts Center displays the work of many local and national artists.

Recruiter
Elizabeth Brownewell

EOE
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

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