Practical Nurse Tech - LPN Student - Medsurg - PRN

St. Mary's Regional; Enid, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Oklahoma is seeking a PRN Practical Nurse Tech to support nursing staff and provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

You will perform technical tasks aligned with your education and competencies in a safe, organized care environment. The role offers valuable clinical exposure in an acute care setting, with emphasis on teamwork, confidentiality, and adherence to Oklahoma Board of Nursing guidelines.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or completion of an accredited Practical Nursing Program.
• Eligible to sit for the state licensure exam within the required timeframe.
• BLS certification is required.
• Strong communication and attention to detail for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed nurses with direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Support clinical procedures and maintain a safe, organized care environment.
• Perform nursing assistant duties and other tasks within competency.
• Observe patient status and report to the supervising RN promptly.
• Contribute to a compassionate, patient-centered care team.

Skills

Nursing communication

Attention to detail

BLS certified

Safety-conscious care

Education

PN program completion or enrollment (first semester)

State licensure exam readiness

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Responsibilities

If you’re looking to gain hands‑on clinical experience while supporting high‑quality patient care, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center is ready to welcome you. As a PRN Practical Nurse Tech, you’ll work under the supervision of registered nurses to provide direct patient support, assist with clinical procedures, and help maintain a safe, organized care environment. This role is ideal for current Practical Nursing students or recent graduates eager to grow their skills in a professional healthcare setting.

Why St. Mary’s?

St. Mary’s is a 229 bed acute care hospital with more than 125 skilled physicians across specialties including Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, Women’s Imaging, Rehabilitation, and more. For over 100 years, we’ve been committed to delivering exceptional care to our community.

Learn more: https://www.stmarysregional.com

What You’ll Do

As a Practical Nurse Tech, you’ll support nursing staff and contribute to safe, compassionate, patient‑centered care. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you’ll perform technical and supportive tasks aligned with your education and demonstrated competencies. Key responsibilities include:

Patient Care Support

• Assisting registered nurses in providing direct patient care according to established protocols and Oklahoma Board of Nursing guidelines
• Performing duties of a nursing assistant and additional technical skills learned in a nursing education program (after competency completion)
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment

Scope of Practice

• May not perform patient assessments or develop plans of care
• May not administer medications, blood products, or IV fluids
• May observe and report patient status to the supervising RN

Cardiac Monitoring

• Evaluating cardiac monitoring equipment and observing EKG rhythms under RN supervision

Patient Education

• Participating in planned patient education activities directed by a registered nurse

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Maintaining confidentiality of patient and employee information
• May not act in a supervisory role or take verbal orders from authorized prescribers

This role offers valuable clinical exposure while ensuring safe, structured practice under RN oversight.

What We Offer

St. Mary’s provides a supportive environment where imaging professionals can grow, thrive, and make a meaningful impact.

This is a PRN position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to gain clinical experience in an acute care environment.

• PRN roles are not eligible for benefits, PTO, or ELB.
• Career advancement across UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Current student: Enrollment in and successful completion of the first semester of an accredited Practical Nursing Program OR
• Graduate: Completion of an accredited Practical Nursing Program and
• Application submitted to sit for the state licensure exam
• Licensure exam taken within 90 days of graduation
• Exam passed within six (6) months of graduation on the first or second attempt
• BLS required
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to safe, compassionate patient care

About UHS

Universal Health Services (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected healthcare providers. A Fortune 500 company with 2023 revenues of $14.3 billion, UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient centers, and more across the U.S., Puerto Rico, Washington, D.C., and the U.K. UHS employs approximately 96,700 team members and continues to grow.

Learn more: www.uhs.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We also recognize and respect traits historically associated with race, including protective hairstyles.