LPN -Licensed Practical Nurse (Ambulatory) - Medicine Specialty Clinic - Days

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Medicine Specialty Clinic. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care, administering medications, and working closely with medical personnel. Ideal candidates will have an active LPN License and strong communication skills, with an opportunity to join a supportive healthcare team.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan

Medical and dental plans

Qualifications

• Current LPN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications safely under direction of physician.
• Observes and reports patient condition to physicians.
• Documents patient care accurately and timely.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of nursing practices

Education

Completion of educational requirements for NCLEX-PN examination

Job description

Position Title: LPN -Licensed Practical Nurse (Ambulatory) - Medicine Specialty Clinic - Days Department: HB GIM/Medicine Specialty/Senior Health Clinic Job Description:

General Description: Under general supervision provides preventative and health care to an assigned group of patients or clients in an OU Health facility.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Administers medications safely under direction of physician or other medical personnel
• Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Provide care according to an established nursing plan.
• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation
• Ensures patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner and forwarding charts as appropriate
• Communicates systematic report to other care providers.
• Assisting in the coordination of care delivery; utilizes resources to promote the continuum of care.
• Employs strategies to promote health in a safe environment.
• Documents progress toward the attainment of outcomes.
• Uses quality and evidence based practice to deliver and improve care.
• Works closely with more experienced clinicians for guidance and supervision.
• Triage telephone calls for referral to other clinical team members

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Completion of educational requirements for NCLEX-PN examination.

Experience: None required. One or more years of experience preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current LPN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact LPN License (eNLC) required. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of professional nursing theories, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, coordinate, plan and evaluate nursing needs of assigned patients.
• Must be knowledgeable about operating room techniques if applying for a surgery position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.