LPN - OK Headache Center at Norman Regional Health System summary:
The LPN at the OK Headache Center provides nursing care in accordance with the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act, including administering medications and monitoring patients. This role requires an LPN license from Oklahoma, with preferred experience in a clinical setting. Responsibilities also encompass maintaining exam rooms and documenting patient care activities.
LPN - OK Headache Center at Norman Regional Health System summary:
The LPN at the OK Headache Center is responsible for providing nursing care following the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act. Duties include administering medications, maintaining exam rooms, documenting patient care, and monitoring patients during procedures. The role requires an LPN license from Oklahoma, with a preference for 1-2 years of experience in a clinical setting.
Responsibilities:
- Performs duties of a licensed practical nurse as prescribed by the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act.
- Contributes to the development of a plan of care and follows through with such plan for selected patients.
- Administers medication with a high degree of safety and accuracy.
- Maintains the exam rooms and work environment.
- Documents nursing care and activities.
- Assists with patient care and monitors patients during procedures.
- Assists with the training of other staff.
- Assists departmental assistant with clinical matters.
Qualifications:
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a vocational program for Licensed Practical Nurse.
Experience
- Prefer at least 1-2 year experience in a clinical or physician-office setting, emergency room and/or a hospital setting that provides patient care. Experience in office clerical activities desirable.
(Above requirements can be met by equivalent combination of education and experience)
Licensure/Certification
- Current LPN license from the State of Oklahoma or active Multistate LPN license is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained for duration of employment.
Compensation/Benefits
- $17.39-$28.40/hr depending on previous work experience.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.
Keywords:
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Keywords:
Licensed Practical Nurse, patient care, Oklahoma LPN, healthcare, medication administration, clinical nursing, nursing care, BLS certification, medical office, health services