Registered Nurse II

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; Woodsboro (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits package

Insurance plans

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plan

Vacation & sick leave

Holidays

Student loan repayment

Discounts

Longevity bonus

Job summary

340 Oklahoma State Department of Health in Altus, OK seeks a Registered Nurse II to provide direct or indirect professional nursing services in diverse settings. Responsibilities include assessments, planning, interventions, health education, case management, and administering medications as prescribed.

Requirements include an Oklahoma RN license (or ENLC recognition) and at least one year of nursing experience, or a Bachelor’s in Nursing with a permanent RN license.

Qualifications

• Valid Oklahoma RN license or ENLC recognition with one year of nursing experience, or a Bachelor's in Nursing with a permanent Oklahoma RN license.
• Experience providing direct or indirect professional nursing services across diverse settings.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care, including health education and case management.

Responsibilities

• Assesses health status of individuals, families, and communities.
• Develops plans and implements appropriate nursing interventions.
• Evaluates and coordinates health resources to meet needs.
• Delivers professional nursing care in various settings such as clinic or home.
• Educates patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
• Supervises other personnel and collaborates with healthcare professionals.
• Delegates tasks safely and ensures quality care according to standards.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Health education

Team supervision

Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse license

Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

Job Posting Title Registered Nurse II Agency 340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization 340 District 5 Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Annual Salary for this position is up to $68,000.00 based on education and experience

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!! Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service.

Job Description

Location: 401 West Tamarack Altus, OK 73521 Salary: up to $68,000.00 based on education and experience Full Time /Part Time: Full Time Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Primary Hours: 8-5

Position Summary

Provide direct or indirect professional nursing services in a variety of settings. This includes providing nursing assessments, planning, interventions, evaluations, health related education, case management, and execution of the medical regime including administering medications and treatments prescribed by any person authorized to prescribe by state law.

Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions

• Assesses health status of individuals, families, and communities
• Develops plans and implements appropriate nursing interventions
• Evaluates and determines health resources necessary to meet individual, family and community health needs.
• Delivers professional nursing care in an assigned unit, clinic, home, or other setting.
• Educates individuals, families, communities, and members of the health care team about the principles of disease prevention and health promotion.
• Provides supervision to other professional or paraprofessional personnel
• Collaborates with other professionals in the management of health care.
• Delegates tasks as may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the provisions of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.
• Assures quality health care through use of various measures such as record review, peer review, direct observation, and assessment of individual, family, and community for the desired outcome.
• Performs specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience Requirements

Consist of possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and one year of professional nursing experience, OR, a Bachelor's in Nursing and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and techniques; of health promotion and disease prevention; of nursing management of available health care resources; of nutrition and diet therapy; and of the functions of various clinical departments.

• Ability to assist in the development, organization, and implementation of an effective nursing care plan; to provide education and training; to assess condition and needs of patients, families and communities appropriate to the care setting; to take appropriate intervention; to counsel and teach patients and families; and to provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Must be able to provide examinations 80% of the time. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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