OSU Medical Center·Tulsa, Oklahoma
Accountable for assisting patients with activities of daily living under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. Responsible for maintaining infection control, safety, and providing environmental patient care in an ICU setting.
Individuals within this job classification are accountable for activities of daily living to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
The Nurse Aide must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit.
This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to function in an assistive role to the licensed nurse in the provision of technical and environmental patient care activities as delegated by and under the supervision of the licensed staff.
The Nurse Aide will be responsible for: activities of daily living, elimination, infection control, body mechanics, safety and emergency care as indicated.
He/she is expected to adhere to and abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification. CNA certification is preferred, and the candidate should have less than one year of experience.
Market context
In Oklahoma, support-services positions in healthcare often stay in demand because clinics and care teams rely on dependable staff to keep daily operations moving. These roles can be competitive when employers want candidates with current Medical Assistant certification or a clear plan to obtain it quickly, plus strong computer and problem-solving skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification timeline before applying.
