Licensed Practical Nurse Cardio Consult

Ascension•Tulsa, OK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves contributing to patient assessment and well-being, administering medications, observing patients for adverse reactions, performing laboratory tests and therapeutic services, and educating patients and families about their treatment plans, self-care, resources, and follow-up care.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. OK or KS state licensure required relevant to where the employee works.
Knowledge and skill in writing prescriptions for the Physician as needed.
High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients.
Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.
Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.