Inpatient LPN-Med Surg-WWH

Cherokee Nation•Tahlequah, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers nursing care with integrity and professionalism in accordance with the Oklahoma Board of Nursing Practice Act and Cherokee Nation Health Services (CNHS) mission, vision, and values. The position is located at Hastings Hospital and provides safe, effective, evidence-based nursing care to achieve identified health outcomes. The LPN works as part of a multidisciplinary team and maintains current nursing knowledge, competency, accurate records, and professional work habits.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program, or equivalent courses in a state-approved nursing program.
No additional experience required.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, or a multistate LPN license accepted by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing; license must be maintained throughout employment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; may be obtained during orientation and must be maintained throughout employment.
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, to be obtained within six months of hire and maintained during employment.
Must not be under sanction by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General or the General Services Administration, or listed on the specified exclusion or sanction lists.
Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication requirements for child care.
A valid driver's license may be required in some departments; if required, driving history must meet Cherokee Nation underwriting requirements.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Oral and written communication skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Attentiveness.

Responsibilities

Perform nursing tasks in compliance with CNHS policies and protocols.
Participate in updating patient care plans and notify the RN and/or practitioner of changes in patient status.
Administer therapeutic measures as prescribed by the practitioner.
Collaborate with CNHS disciplines and other agencies to support high-quality patient care.
Maintain complete, accurate, and truthful records and reports on patients, daily activities, program status, and other required information.
Reinforce and contribute to patient and caregiver education, under the direction of an RN or another licensed healthcare practitioner, according to the recipient’s level of understanding.
Provide safe and effective evidence-based nursing care to achieve identified health outcomes.
Communicate effectively in interpersonal, verbal, written, and electronic forms and contribute as an active member of the multidisciplinary team.
Maintain knowledge and competency in current, evidence-based nursing practice.
Maintain and promote positive personal work habits and a positive work culture.
Provide Human Resources with copies of licenses and certifications, including renewals, upon receipt.
Perform other duties as assigned.