Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Evening

Image Strategic Partners; Poteau (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Image Strategic Partners in POTEAU, OK is seeking an LPN to provide direct patient care in a geriatric setting. Evening shift, detailed assessments, wound care, vital signs, and record-keeping are expected. Eligible candidates hold a current LPN license, have about 1 year of community-based care experience, and must pass a background check.

A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered. Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting changes, and supporting families and physicians.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license required.
• About 1 year of community-based care experience preferred.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Follow physician orders and provide detailed assessment data for quality resident care.
• Record a patient’s medical history accurately.
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress and side-effects of medications.
• Document any change in patients’ condition and notify physician and supervisor.

Skills

Patient care

Record keeping

Vital signs

Education

LPN license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Oaks - POTEAU, OK 74953

Job Shift: Evening

$2,500 SIGN ON BONUS

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 care


• Record a patient’s medical history accurately


• Take 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 document


• Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks


• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned


• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed


• Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions

AND…… 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!

QualificationsRequirements:

• 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!