Compassionate LPN: Geriatric Care & Wound Management

Greenbrier Village Health and Rehab; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenbrier Village Health and Rehab in Oklahoma is seeking an LPN to join our geriatric care team. You will follow physician orders, document patient data, and participate in direct care including injections, wound care, and vital signs.

Ideal candidates hold an active LPN license, have about a year of community-based care experience, and can comply with state regulations and company policies. Background checks are required for employment.

Qualifications

• Current state LPN license is required
• 1 year of LPN experience in community-based care is preferred
• Must pass criminal background check

Responsibilities

• Follow physician orders and record detailed assessment data for resident care
• Record patient medical history accurately
• Take and record blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress and medication side-effects
• Document any change in patients’ condition and notify physician and supervisor
• Administer injections and prescribed medications, clean and dress wounds, assist with basic care
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients
• Communicate with patients’ family to provide guidance and release instructions
• Care for geriatric patients with wound care, infection control, IVs, and more

Skills

Patient assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation

Patient communication

Emotional support

Education

LPN License

Job description

Greenbrier Village Health and Rehab in Oklahoma is seeking an LPN to join our geriatric care team. You will follow physician orders, document patient data, and participate in direct care including injections, wound care, and vital signs.

Ideal candidates hold an active LPN license, have about a year of community-based care experience, and can comply with state regulations and company policies. Background checks are required for employment.