Express Clinic - LPN
Maple Grove, Minnesota
You'll give general nursing care to patients under general supervision. This one is per diem, so you pick up the shifts you want. Minnesota Oncology runs at clinic pace, on scheduled patients.
- Unit and setting
- Express Clinic · Clinic Express Clinic - LPN
- License
- LPN license Current LPN state license and registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.current LPN license in the state you practice
Do you qualify?
- License
- current LPN license in the state you practice Current LPN state license and registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
- Certification
- BCLS within 3 months of hire Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
- Education
- graduate of an accredited practical nursing program Graduate from an accredited school for practical nursing.
- Experience
- 3+ years as a practical nurse At least 3 years of experience as a practical nurse
- Also asks
- high school diploma or equivalent High school graduate or equivalent.
Preferred
- Experience
- phlebotomy experience phlebotomy experience preferred
What it pays
- Tuition assistance
- Offered
Benefits
- BenefitsLife insuranceLife Insurance
- BenefitsGenerous PTOGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- BenefitsFree short-term and long-term disability coverageFree Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
- Benefits401k with company contribution401k plan with company contribution
- BenefitsWellness programWellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
- BenefitsTuition reimbursementTuition Reimbursement
More benefits (15)
- BenefitsEmployee assistance program and retail discount programEmployee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
- BenefitsFree parkingFree Parking
- BenefitsCareer growth and developmentCareer Growth and Development
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Vision insurance
- Employee discount
- Medical
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k plan with company contribution
- Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program
The role and schedule
- Unit
- oncology/hematology clinic an oncology/hematology clinic environment
- Day to day
- EKG and oximetry readings Performs EKG and oxymetry readings as required by physician.
- Day to day
- draws blood from peripheral sites Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions.
- Day to day
- starts IV fluids and IV medications Initiate IV fluids and IV therapeutic medications in accordance with LPN state nurse practice act.
- Day to day
- phones in prescriptions and makes patient calls Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians.
- Day to day
- handles incoming phone calls and referrals Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.
- Day to day
- prepares equipment and assists the physician during exams and procedures Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during examination and procedures.
- Details
- standing and walking for extended periods Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
- Details
- lifts up to 40 lbs occasionally Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
- Details
- exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances and ionizing radiation Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
The workplace
- Parking
- Free parking Free Parking
Minnesota Oncology is a physician-driven private cancer practice founded in 1996 and affiliated with The US Oncology Network, with over 100 providers across 12-13 Twin Cities clinic locations. The work happens in outpatient community oncology and hematology centers rather than…
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- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Overview
Are you ready to take the next step in your professional journey? At Minnesota Oncology, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference.
Come join this dynamic team who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients.
Why Work for Us?
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes -
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Free Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
- 401k plan with company contribution
- Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
- Free Parking
- Career Growth and Development
- Supportive Team and Resources
Responsibilities
Scope
Under general supervision, provides general nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Promote efficient patient flow, assists with patient care. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Essential duties and responsibilities
- Provides general nursing care to patients.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
- Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during examination and procedures.
- Observes, records, and reports patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
- Administers prescribed medications as directed.
- Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of specimen samples for testing.
- Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
- Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
- Performs EKG and oxymetry readings as required by physician.
- Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions.
- Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians.
- Maintains patient files, records and other information.
- Initiate IV fluids and IV therapeutic medications in accordance with LPN state nurse practice act.
Salary level
$27-40
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent.
Graduate from an accredited school for practical nursing.
At least 3 years of experience as a practical nurse; phlebotomy experience preferred.
Current LPN state license and registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
Physical demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.
The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
What's around it?
Maple Grove, MNFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about the same as the US average
- Median rent
- $1,868/mo
- Household income
- $132,731/yr, all local households, not nurse pay