Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Broken Bow Health & Rehab; Broken Bow (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Broken Bow Health & Rehab in Broken Bow, OK is seeking an LPN to support geriatric residents. You will follow physician orders, document histories, monitor vitals, administer meds, and assist with wound care under supervision.

The role requires a current Oklahoma LPN license and at least one year of residential or community-based care experience. Background check required; state regulations and policies apply. We value compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Oklahoma LPN license.
• At least 1 year of LPN experience in geriatric or community care preferred.
• Willingness to undergo a background check as required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Follow physician orders and provide detailed assessment data for resident care.
• Record a patient’s medical history accurately and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications, injections, enemas, and perform basic wound care as directed.
• Observe patients’ condition changes and notify the physician or supervisor with documentation.
• Provide emotional support and communicate with residents’ families as needed.

Skills

Current state LPN License

1 year LPN experience

Job description

Mission Statement:We shepherd people for the glory of God.Company Overview:Every employee is a Shepherd. Above all else, Shepherds are stewards of the people and resources entrusted to them. Shepherds feed and care for all people consistent with the Fruit of the Spirit (Gal 5:22, Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control). Our supreme example of a Shepherd is \"The Good Shepherd\", Jesus Christ.Responsibilities:Follow Physician orders and provide detailed assessment data for quality resident careRecord a patient’s medical history accuratelyTake and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.Document any change in patients’ condition, notify Physician, supervisor and documentAdminister injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasksCollect samples for lab testing as assignedProvide emotional and psychological support when neededCommunicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructionsAND……Nurses get to utilize many different clinical skills because we service geriatric patients who have needs of wound care, infection control management, IV’s, wound vacs, gastrostomy tubes, medication management, and more!Requirements:Have a current state LPN License.1-year experience as an LPN, in a community-based care setting (preferred).Follow State regulations as well as company policies and guidelines.Must pass criminal background check.LPN students who meet certain criteria may be considered for this position!