LPN - Rheumatology Clinic at Norman Regional Health System summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Rheumatology Clinic plays a vital role in patient care by administering medications, maintaining a safe environment, and documenting nursing activities. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, developing patient care plans, and training other staff members. Candidates must possess a valid LPN license and preferably have experience in a clinical setting.
Overview:
Come join the Norman Regional Health System family of over 4,000 healers where our unique culture of respect, kindness and excellence towards each other and our patients' care even has its own name: The Norman Way! Join our growing health system as we continue to change lives as well as the skyline of the regional communities we serve, with new, advanced health care facilities
Responsibilities:
Performs duties of a licensed practical nurse as prescribed by the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act.
Contributes to the development of a plan of care and follows through with such plan for selected patients.
Administers medication with a high degree of safety and accuracy.
Maintains the exam rooms and work environment.
Documents nursing care and activities.
Assists with patient care and monitors patients during procedures.
Assists with the training of other staff.
Assists departmental assistant with clinical matters.
Qualifications:
Education
~ High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a vocational program for Licensed Practical Nurse.
Experience
~ Prefer at least 1-2 year experience in a clinical or physician-office setting, emergency room and/or a hospital setting that provides patient care. Experience in office clerical activities desirable.
(Above requirements can be met by equivalent combination of education and experience)
Licensure/Certification
Current LPN license from the State of Oklahoma or active Multistate LPN license is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained for duration of employment.
Compensation/Benefits
~$17.39-$28.40/hr depending on previous work experience.
~ Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.
Keywords:
Licensed Practical Nurse, patient care, medication administration, healthcare, clinical experience, Oklahoma LPN license, BLS certified, Rheumatology Clinic, patient monitoring, nursing
