Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN Care Specialist

State-of-Oklahoma; Tennessee; On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

Ardmore Veterans Home, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a PRN/temporary position at Ardmore. The role involves providing direct and indirect nursing care under supervision, taking vital signs, and contributing to patient care plans.

The incumbent will administer medications, perform nursing procedures, and may serve as Charge Nurse on a unit. Oklahoma licensure and two years of experience are required, with travel as needed per assignment.

Qualifications

• Valid permanent Oklahoma LPN license or eNLC-recognized license plus two years of practical nursing experience.
• Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, terminology, and infection control.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and follow detailed instructions; establish relationships with others; provide nursing care to patients.
• Ability to supervise and train others on more complex nursing tasks and activities.

Responsibilities

• Performs nursing procedures or specialized functions in accordance with licensure and training.
• Administers medications as ordered and reports patient information to the health team.
• Supervises staff on unit as Charge Nurse and directs patient care.
• Contributes to developing and implementing aspects of a care plan.
• Assists in assessing health status of patients and families in various settings.

Skills

Vital signs

Nursing procedures

Medication administration

Patient care

Education

LPN license (OK) or eNLC

Two years practical nursing experience

Job description

Ardmore Veterans Home, part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a PRN/temporary position at Ardmore. The role involves providing direct and indirect nursing care under supervision, taking vital signs, and contributing to patient care plans.

The incumbent will administer medications, perform nursing procedures, and may serve as Charge Nurse on a unit. Oklahoma licensure and two years of experience are required, with travel as needed per assignment.