Licensed Practical Nurse-Hospital

Location Address:

2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN

Date Posted:

August 26, 2026

Department:

AHMHI H5000 CV PCU MPLS

Shift:

Permanent Nights (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

32

Union

Contract:

SEIU-1-Abbott Northwestern LPN-LAN

Weekend Rotation:

Every Other

Job Summary:

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. This includes you and your loved ones.

We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• FTE 0.8 (64 hours per two week pay period)
• 8-hour permanent night shift
• Every other weekend

Job Description:

A Hospital Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care to patients and families within the framework of the nursing process and within their licensed scope of practice. The LPN works in collaboration with other health care team members under the direction and leadership of the Registered Nurse.
Principle Responsibilities

• Provides safe quality direct patient care within the scope of practice of the LPN.
  • Conducts a focused assessment of the health status of an individual patient through the collection and comparison of data to normal findings and the individual patient's current health status.
  • Reports changes and responses to interventions in an ongoing manner to a registered nurse or the appropriate licensed health care provider.
  • Recognizes alterations in the patients condition and compares the collected data to the previous condition
  • Has Accountability for the quality of care delivered, recognizing the limits of knowledge and experience; addressing situations beyond the nurse's competency; and performing to the level of education, knowledge, and skill ordinarily expected of an individual who has completed an approved practical nursing education program.
• Participates in care planning.
  • Participates with other health care providers in the development and modification of the plan of care.
  • Clearly documents pertinent data including observations, interventions and teaching.
• Implements interventions that are delegated ordered or prescribed by a licensed healthcare provider.
  • Determines and implements appropriate interventions within a nursing plan of care or when delegated or assigned by a Registered Nurse.
  • Assists in the evaluation of responses to interventions.
• Provides education to patients.
  • Uses established Allina and site specific materials to provide education and healthcare information to patients and families.
  • Provides pre-established discharge instructions as directed by RN.
• Establishes a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family.
  • Practices all patient experience principles embraced by Allina Health in all interactions to provide an excellent experience for patients and their families.
  • Assessments patient vulnerability and initiates appropriate intervention, including reporting if indicated.
  • Advocates for the patient and his/her family in whatever manner is necessary. Encourages and supports patients and families to actively participate in their care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree from a Board of Nursing approved LPN program
• 0 to 2 years in medical terminology

Preferred Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years in an acute care setting

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - MN Board of nursing required
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below
  Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
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