Clinic LPN, Wound Healing

Duncan Regional Hospital; Duncan (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan Regional Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time, day shift position at the Wound Center in Duncan, OK. Responsibilities include patient care tasks such as documenting vital signs, managing EMR records, and assisting with medical procedures.

Qualified candidates should possess a valid LPN license in Oklahoma, effective communication skills, and a high school diploma or GED. This position requires adherence to safety protocols and vaccinations, aligning with hospital standards.

Qualifications

• One year of nursing experience in a healthcare clinic setting (preferred).
• Prior EMR experience (preferred).
• Ability to adapt procedures, processes, and tools to meet position requirements.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and collect vital signs.
• Document information in the electronic medical record.
• Keep exam rooms and medical equipment sterilized.
• Assist physician with examinations and procedures.
• Perform patient education.

Skills

Fluency in oral and written English

Interpersonal communication skills

Flexibility in urgent situations

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of a licensed practical nursing program

Tools

Electronic Health Record tools

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Full Time, Day Shift, DRH Wound Center, Duncan, OK.

Responsibilities

• Room patients to obtain vitals, history of present illness (HPI), review patient history, and reconcile medication. Prepare charts for physician or provider.
• Document information accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure results are available from any testing performed since the last office visit.
• Keep exam rooms, lab, procedure rooms, and medical equipment sterilized and stocked; log and perform daily quality assurance procedures.
• Ensure medical equipment is in good working order and report any malfunctions to the Clinic Practice Manager.
• At physician or provider direction, order testing, laboratory procedures, process referrals to specialists, communicate results to patients, and answer messages.
• Order and document prescriptions (new and refills) according to physician or provider specifications.
• Provide phlebotomy services: collect specimens, label and complete lab forms, and perform basic tests.
• Assist physician or provider with examinations, minor surgical and special procedures.
• Perform patient education.
• Order medical supplies to maintain required levels and keep an accurate, documented inventory.
• Appropriately adapt assessment, treatment, and care methods to accommodate the physical, cultural, age‑specific, and other developmental needs of each person served.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
• Adhere to all safety protocols at all times.
• Use assistive devices for lifting as mandatory.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities.
• Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
• Ensure all required conditions of employment are met, including required vaccinations.
• Undergo respirator and fit testing; testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet‑producing procedures, or caustic chemicals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Fluency in oral and written English.
• Basic computer skills, including sending/receiving email, navigating information technology, and using Electronic Health Record tools.
• Accuracy when executing physician or provider orders.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly in urgent situations.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of a licensed practical nursing program.
• One year of nursing experience in a healthcare clinic setting (preferred).
• Prior EMR experience (preferred).
• Ability to adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to meet position requirements.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• Current, unencumbered LPN license in the State of Oklahoma or Multistate Licensure in a party state in compliance with primary residency rules and requirements.
• For positions requiring travel, a current valid driver’s license in good standing and automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Safety‑Sensitive Position

• This is a Safety‑Sensitive Position as defined by Oklahoma law; applicants must test negative for THC in pre‑employment and post‑employment drug tests.
• Respirator and fit testing is required; testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet‑producing procedures, or caustic chemicals.

Additional Information

• Vaccinations are required per DRH Policy; medical and religious exemptions are available upon request.