JobsUSAOrthopedics LPN, On-call/Days
Company : Kaiser Permanente
Location : Portland, OR, 97201
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Nursing
Occupation : LPN
Job Details
Participates with the Health Care Team in delivering quality and customer focused care to patients in a manner which reflects Kaiser Permanentes organizational and nursing mission, vision and values. Provides nursing and administrative support to clinicians and other health care team members to offer a variety of health care services to patients. Clinical duties involve both direct (in person) and indirect (via phone or on-line) patient care activities requiring both simple to complex nursing knowledge and skills. As appropriate to the LPNs scope of practice, the LPN is expected to have competent focused/limited nursing assessment and triage skills on routine or self-limiting health conditions, critical thinking, communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills in order to meet patient needs and contribute to a positive care experience and work environment. Performs clinical tasks and procedures under the direction of a clinician, within the scope of the LPNs professional training and individual competency. Works under the clinical supervision of the clinician or registered nurse and under the general direction of the designated supervisor.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Clinical Tasks: These job tasks provide patient care and are to be performed competently, consistently, accurately and according to established regional/departmental clinical protocols, policies and procedures and standards. They are: Prepares and organizes patients office visit for known reason/procedure by ensuring that all appropriate tests, clinical information (e.g. diagnostic test results, consultation reports, outside reports, etc.) and order entries are ready for clinician review prior to appointment time. Performs focused/limited nursing assessment and triage on routine or self-limiting medical conditions as directed by RN/clinician. . Recognizes when to defer to and/or assist with comprehensive assessment for complex medical conditions by RN/clinician. Utilizes standardized tools (e.g. PST, health maintenance alerts) to identify and address health maintenance/care gaps with patient and alerts clinician on those that require his/her attention. Recognizes signs and symptoms of common and routine medical conditions/illnesses, abnormal versus new/existing and implements planned nursing and medical interventions as delegated by RN/clinician. Contributes to the development, implementation or modification of the individualized patients plan of care under the direction of the RN/clinician. Prepares patient for actual visit/procedure prior to clinicians exam during rooming-in process. Assures exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit/procedure. Checks equipment are in safe working order and cleans room after use. Provides health teaching/education or advice on routine or self-limiting medical conditions, procedures, tests, surgeries, self-injections, etc. Utilizes standardized tools to determine patients level of engagement in self-care as directed by RN. Uses KP HealthConnect and other information systems to document all pertinent data and outcomes of nursing care according to standardized procedures and policies such as and not limited to the use of SBAR, SOAP or APIE, KP HealthConnect smarttools, etc. Updates demographic/historical clinical data gathered in electronic medical record.
- Clinical Procedures: Performs diagnostic tests, therapies and procedures within scope of practice competently and with maintenance of proficiency according to: a) specific department standards on core clinical tasks (see departments list of core skills); b) application of knowledge and skills appropriate to developmental age of patient; and c) established policies such as and not limited to patient safety, aseptic and sterile techniques and infection control. Examples of categories of clinical tasks are: Screening tests - e.g. vital signs, vision, hearing, developmental, LOPS, pain, etc. Diagnostic tests - e.g. urine dips and drug, spirometry/PFT, bladder scan, O2 saturation rate, allergy skin testing, treadmill assist, etc. Medication administration via oral, topical, otic, rectal, vaginal, IM, SubQ, intradermal, IV (includes insertion & d/c of peripheral line, use of pump), ophthalmic, bladder, inhalation and nasal routes. Wound care - e.g. routine and complex dressing changes, staple/suture removal, ostomy, drains management, etc. Therapies - e.g. photo, laser, foot care, etc. Application and/or removal of orthopedic appliances and other devices - e.g. splints, slings, orthotics, cast, crutch management, anti-embolic stockings measurement, procedural safety restraints, etc. Tube insertions/care - e.g. urinary catheterization, NG tube, suctioning, tracheotomy, etc. Minor surgical procedures assist - e.g. biopsies, excisions, insertion of devices, D&C, etc. Medical procedures assist - e.g. PAP, colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, colposcopies, joint aspirations, lumbar puncture, etc. Lab specimens collection and labeling - e.g. nasopharyngeal, wound, throat, etc. Irrigations - e.g. eye, ear, bladder, wound. Instrument/equipment set-up, cleaning and processing (sterile and non-sterile) - e.g. scopes, cryogun, O2 tank, procedural trays, etc. Ambulate/transfer of patient using lift equipment. Other procedures outlined in the core skills checklist as attached.
- Practice Management Activities: These job tasks are primarily indirect patient care (i.e. non face-to-face) to be performed competently, accurately and consistently according to established regional/departmental clinical protocols, policies and procedures and standards. They are: Maintains and adjusts clinicians patient schedule for efficient patient that facilitate appointed visits and overbooks. Answers and responds to in-coming messages/requests via telephone, mail or kp.org from patient or other department(s) by collecting and communicating pertinent data requiring clinicians review and input. Responds to messages on routine medical concerns that can be addressed by giving advice or health instructions. Facilitates and completes follow-up duties on patients plan of care as directed by clinician to include but not limited to: processing of prescriptions and forms; reminder of screening/diagnostic tests that are due; scheduling/staging of procedures, tests, referrals, and/or return appointments; and obtaining and inputting patient data to monitor progress into the electronic medical record. Assists in coordinating patient care to support patient with complex health needs in navigating easily through the health care system as directed by clinician/RN. Sorts and prioritizes mail containing patient and/or clinical information requiring clinicians review and attention.
- Provides population-based care outreach activities to include health maintenance screening as directed by clinician.
- Teamwork, Leadership and Professional Development Activities: Performs appropriate daily activities to start workflow in work area per team agreements and procedures. Demonstrates flexibility and ability to reprioritize workflow to handle urgent/emergent demands of the team effectively. Responds and assists with medical emergencies as directed by clinician/RN. Serve as a clinic resource for other team members and assists with mentoring, coaching or training peers. Reports errors, near misses or other hazards in a timely manner per established procedures. Obtains instruction, supervision and consultation as necessary before implementing new or unfamiliar procedures or techniques which are within his/her scope of practice. Completes annual competency assessments and trainings by meeting organizational standards and expectations. Demonstrates and maintains clinical knowledge and skills related to departments clinical area and contributes new ideas to assist team in achieving departmental/regional quality and service goals/initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned consistent with job description.
Experience
- N/A
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
- This job requires credentials from multiple states. Credentials from the primary work state are required before hire. Additional Credentials from the secondary work state(s) are required post hire.
- Practical Nurse License (Washington) within 6 months of hire OR Compact License: Practical Nurse within 6 months of hire
- Practical Nurse License (Oregon) within 6 months of hire
- Basic Life Support
- Demonstrated clinical nursing skills.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills (Assessment required for external candidates).
- Demonstrated communication (written and oral) skills.
- Demonstrated literacy in using computers and keyboarding.
- Skills in problem-solving, setting priorities and using good judgment for decisions.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure.
- Two (2+) years of nursing experience in assigned departments clinical area (e.g. Pediatrics, FP/IM, OB/Gyn, Surgery, Allergy, Dermatology, Urology, etc.) within an ambulatory care setting.
- IV therapy experience or recent certification.
- Familiarity in documenting in an electronic medical record system.
- Current working knowledge and clinical skills in providing routine care, education and advice in assigned departments clinical area OR successful completion of appropriate competencies for assigned primary/specialty care department.
- Uncoded float LPN position for Interstate South Orthopedics, Interstate South procedural pain, and Central Interstate Hepatology.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 07:30 AM
Working Hours End: 07:00 PM
Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: W06|SEIU|Local 49
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Interstate - South Medical Ofc - Orthopedics-Clinic Nurse - 1008
Pay Range: $27.76 - $36.6 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Recently Posted Jobs
Travel CVOR Technologist - $3,029 per week
Supplemental Health Care
Temecula, CA
Assistant Manager - Wendell Falls Pkwy
Bojangles
Wendell, NC
Financial Solutions Advisor - Registration Candidate - Consumer Investments - Tucson Area
Bank of America
Sierra Vista, AZ
RWD Transmission Systems Engineer
Ford Motor Company
Livonia, MI
Store Associate
RaceTrac
Dublin, GA
Behavior Technician - Montbello
Soar Autism Center
Denver, CO
Senior Account Executive - IT staffing and solutions
US Tech Solutions
San Francisco, CA
Sr. Program Analyst for OPNAV N2N6D PPBE
Guidehouse
Arlington, VA
Seasonal Full-Time Warehouse Associate-(Etna)
Kohl's
St Louisville, OH
Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
EmpowerMe Wellness
Costa Mesa, CA
LVN Charge Nurse Sign on Bonus $2500
Touchstone Communities
Big Spring, TX
Quality Inspector, 2nd or 3rd Shift (Onsite)
Raytheon Technologies
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Nurse Manager-House Operations Manager - 90
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Iowa City, IA
Evening Shift Floor Care Technician
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, MA
Manager, Data Engineering
Safelite
Columbus, OH
Medical Assistant at Washington Regional Urgent Care - PRN
Urgent Team
Mountain Home, AR
Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,447 per week
AHS Staffing
Providence, RI
Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Surgical
Meadowview Regional Medical Center
Germantown, KY
Accounting Manager
Levy Sector
East Lansing, MI
Late Night Team Member
Culver's
Logan, UT
Other Jobs You May Like
Lead Professional, Sports Marketing, Youth/Ground Running Field Rep
Company : Nike
Location : Beaverton, OR
staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Manager - $78K-100K per year
Company : Elara Caring
Location : Jackson, MI
staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Hospice - $70K-90K per year
Company : Elara Caring
Location : San Antonio, TX
Chief of Staff Veterinarian - Urgently Hiring + Great Benefits + Sign-On Bonus of up to $75k
Company : Desort
Location : Daleville, IN
LPN Clinical Supervisor Physician Office - St. Mary's / Southside Physicians Network ENT & Allergy
Company : Bon Secours Mercy Health
Location : Richmond, VA
Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room - St. Elizabeth Boardman
Company : Bon Secours Mercy Health
Location : Youngstown, OH
Top searches
- Jobs hiring immediately
- Part time jobs near me
- Full time jobs near me
- Jobs that are hiring near me
- Jobs near me hiring now
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs near me
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs hiring near me
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days openings near me
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days vacancies near me
Employment opportunities at Kaiser Permanente
- Kaiser Permanente jobs near me Portland, OR
- Kaiser Permanente jobs hiring near me Portland, OR
- Kaiser Permanente jobs near Portland, OR
- Kaiser Permanente jobs hiring near me
- Kaiser Permanente openings near me
- Kaiser Permanente jobs near me in Portland, OR
- Kaiser Permanente jobs hiring in Portland, OR
- Employment opportunities near me
- Job openings near me
- Jobs hiring immediately
Trending Searches in Portland, OR
- Full time jobs near me Portland, OR
- Local job openings
- Places hiring near me
- Job vacancies near me
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs near me Portland, OR
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs hiring near me Portland, OR
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs hiring near Portland, OR
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs near Portland, OR
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs near me in Portland, OR
- Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days jobs in Portland, OR
Popular Searches for Orthopedics LPN, On-call/Days