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Administer skilled nursing care, medications, and treatments to patients in their homes according to physician orders. Monitor patient health status, maintain accurate medical records, and provide health education to patients and their families.
Requirements summary
Must be a graduate of a state-approved practical nursing school and hold a current LPN license. A minimum of one year of nursing experience, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation are preferred.
Type: Full TimeCherokee Nation Home Health Services in a non-profit health care agency that has been in business for 40+ years. Although, our main office is located in Tahlequah (Cherokee County), we have clinical staff that that provides health care services to 14+ surrounding counties. You do not have to be Native American to apply for CNHHS. A qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Some duties for an
LPN include:
Administering
Medications and
Treatments: Give prescribed oral, topical, and injectable medications, and perform routine treatments like wound care, dressing changes, and catheter care.
Monitor
Patient
Vitals and
Health
Status: Accurately measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration), observe patients for changes in condition, and report and adverse reactions or critical changes to the Registered Nurse (RN) or physician.
Document and
Chart
Patient
Information: Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, including symptoms, care provided, and progress, ensuring clear communication within the healthcare team.
Educate
Patients and
Families: Provide basic health instructions and information to patients and their families regarding their condition, medication, diet, and self-care techniques.
Collect
Laboratory
Samples: Collect blood, urine, or other specimens for laboratory testing as ordered by the physician.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing and currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing. Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred Current state Drivers License
Reliable transportation with current auto liability insurance
BENEFITS: Monday-Friday Competitive Salary 401k with up to 3% match Accidental Death and Dismemberment (100% paid by CNHHS) Medical Insurance (75% paid by CNHHS) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Aflac Mileage Reimbursement or company vehicle as available Monthly Cellphone Stipend 11 Paid Holidays 3+ weeks of Paid Time Off
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Company Vehicle
Competitive Salary
Mileage Reimbursement
Accidental Death And Dismemberment Insurance
11 Paid Holidays
Aflac
Monthly Cellphone Stipend
Monday-Friday Schedule
401k With Up To 3% Match
3+ Weeks Of Paid Time Off
Tahlequah, Oklahoma
Founded1983
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