Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

IMAGE STRATEGIC PARTNERS•Broken Bow, OK

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The company's mission is to shepherd people for the glory of God, viewing every employee as a Shepherd who is a steward of people and resources. Shepherds are expected to feed and care for all people consistent with the Fruit of the Spirit (Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control), with Jesus Christ as their supreme example. The role involves utilizing various clinical skills to service geriatric patients with needs such as wound care, infection control management, IVs, wound vacs, gastrostomy tubes, and medication management.

Requirements

Have a current state LPN License.
Follow State regulations as well as company policies and guidelines.
Must pass criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

1-year experience as an LPN, in a community-based care setting (preferred).
LPN students who meet certain criteria may be considered for this position!

Responsibilities

Follow Physician orders and provide detailed assessment data for quality resident care
Record a patient’s medical history accurately
Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
Document any change in patients’ condition, notify Physician, supervisor and document
Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
Utilize many different clinical skills because we service geriatric patients who have needs of wound care, infection control management, IV’s, wound vacs, gastrostomy tubes, medication management, and more!