Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Summary

Kaiser Permanente nurses are guided by an integrated nursing model that places patients and families in the center. The Licensed Practical Nurse I (LPN I) practices nursing as defined by the Georgia Board of Nursing standards of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses and by organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Physician, the LPN I provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families to promote or restore health and to prevent illness and injury, educates patients and families, and assists with coordination of care.

The LPN I collaborates with members of the Health Care Team (HCT) and leaders to ensure the delivery of high‑quality care that meets defined standards and optimizes health and wellness.

• 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 documents 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 of new team members on standard work, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in the supervision of unlicensed personnel in the delivery of patient care.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing (LPN/LVN) program.
• Practical Nurse License (Georgia) required at hire.
• Basic Life Support required at hire.
• Minimum six (6) months of health care experience preferred.
• Customer service aptitude demonstrated through Customer Service Assessment.

• Complete a Customer Service Assessment.

Primary

Location:

Georgia, Alpharetta, Alpharetta Medical Offices
Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

32

Shift: Day
Workdays:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 08:15 AM
Working Hours End: 05:15 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:
Alpharetta Medical Offices - Obstetrics/Gynecology - 2808
Travel:
Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Setting:
Onsite

$25.3 - $32.04 / hour (Based on location, experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location). 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.

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.