LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse - Float (Travel Required)

Overview

Responsibilities

• Works under the direct supervision of the Clinic Nurse Director or Supervising RN.
• Will assist with daily clinic patient care (i.e. patient flow, taking patient’s history and vitals, assisting with diagnostic testing, maintenance of medical supplies, etc.).
• Essential Functions: Prepare patients for examinations.
• Responsible for taking accurate patient histories, vital signs and assessments of patient medications and complaints Assist Physician with in-office and/or out of town clinics.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examinations keeping the rooms neat and clean.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization Perform various types of diagnostic testing; may include holter monitors, EKGs Perform various types of treatments as directed, such as suture or staple removal, wound care, etc Use independent judgment when triaging and processing patient telephone calls according to physician’s guidelines Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies Perform phlebotomy skills, on occasion as necessary Review patient’s charts and records for completeness prior to clinic visits Schedule appointments for patients as necessary.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensure/Certification: Current BLS certification required within 30 days of hire. LPN with current Oklahoma licensure.

Experience

One (1) to two (2) years of continuous experience in a clinic setting preferred. As part of our nursing team, you are empowered to work collaboratively with our physicians and other caregivers, and play an integral role in setting the standard for excellence in patient care. With low, fixed nurse-to-patient ratios, our nursing team has time to get to know their patients and their families while providing the highest quality, safe, patient-focused care. Patient rooms are fully stocked with all necessary supplies and arranged in a circular, pod layout around each nursing station to streamline patient care and save our nursing team time. Learn more about diversity at Oklahoma Heart Hospital. As part of our team, you are empowered to work collaboratively with our physicians and other caregivers, and play an integral role in setting the standard for excellence in patient care. Every team member at OHH plays an integral role in our patients’ experience. They are the reason OHH continues to serve the state and lead the nation. Be part of the future of cardiac care.