LPN or MA - Orthopedic Clinic

Harmonmemorial

Altus (OK)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Harmonmemorial in Altus, Oklahoma, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Satellite Clinic setting. The role includes providing nursing care, managing patient information in EMR, and effective communication with healthcare providers regarding patient status.

The ideal candidate will have a current LPN license in Oklahoma, BLS certification, and preferably one year of clinical experience. This position requires flexibility, initiative, and dedication to patient care.

Qualifications

One year of clinical LPN experience required.
Valid Oklahoma driver's license in good standing required.
Basic computer skills for managing medical record systems.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care in the Satellite Clinic setting.
Communicate changes in patient status to providers.
Maintain chart documentation in EMR system.

Skills

Knowledge of medications

Nurse workload management in EMR

Effective communication

Patient care flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Current LPN licensure in Oklahoma

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Job Summary

Provides nursing care in the Satellite Clinic setting. Provides care that reflects initiative, flexibility and responsibility within the scope of practice for a LPN under the supervision of a Provider and the Clinic LPN Supervisor. Communicates with providers about changes in patient’s status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to change in patient conditions or response to treatment.

Competency Areas

Demonstrate knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and patient’s clinical condition. Medications are administered upon provider’s order.
Performs nursing care responsibilities, considering needs specific to the standard of care for the patient’s age.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to providers and co-workers.
Adheres to facility policies and procedures.
Maintains nurse workloads in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Maintains Referral system to meet referral requirements.
Demonstrates an ability to assist providers with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of the providers.
Complete chart documentation adequately and timely in the EMR system.
Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family.
Interacts professionally with patient and family; involves them in patient teaching and plan of care upon transfer or discharge from the department.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide and perform services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of the provider.
Comply with Osiis guidelines and inventory requirements for State of Oklahoma Immunizations system.
Relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation.
Assists department manager and supervisors in the development, implementation and evaluation of Performance Improvement Activities to improve patient outcome and work environment.
Participate in monthly staff and nurse meetings.
Practices Safety, Environmental, and Infection Prevention methods according to policy.
Demonstrates ability to be flexible and organized; demonstrates ability to function well under stressful situations

Professional Requirements

Carries out physician’s orders in a timely manner.
Meets dress code standards of assigned nursing unit.
Completes annual educational requirements.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.
Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.
Attends 75% of staff meetings; reads and initials all monthly staff meeting minutes.
Ensures confidentiality of patients’ records.
Attends continuing education in‑services.

Education and Experience

Current LPN licensure in the State of Oklahoma required.
Current BLS certification required.
One year of clinical LPN experience required. Geriatric Nursing preferred. Management preferred.
Valid Oklahoma driver’s license in good standing required.
Obtain a current or temporary Food Handler’s Permit offered by the Jackson County Health Department.
Must possess basic computer skills to manage Internet based medical record systems.

Language Skills

Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Additional languages preferred.

Physical Demands

For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description. Near visual & hearing acuity required to perform essential duties of position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.