Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

AVEM STAFFING RESOURCES LLC • Fairfax, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct and indirect patient care addressing patients’ psychosocial, physical, and general needs, and supports communication with patients and families. The role demonstrates initiative and professional responsibility while working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Direct patient care positions are considered safety-sensitive by AVEM Health Partners standards. The position is PRN in the Med Surg category at Fairfax Hospital in Fairfax, Oklahoma, with any shift and no travel.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Current LPN license issued by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
• Current BLS certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire.
• Able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation considered when requested and when patient care is not compromised.
• Intact visual and auditory abilities to perform job duties.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to meet the role’s constant standing and walking requirements and frequent pushing, pulling, lifting, tugging, and reaching requirements.
• Have the physical strength and agility to position patients for examinations and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Current ACLS certification.
• Two years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and accurately to changes in a patient’s condition or response to treatment.
• Help foster a positive work environment.
• Assess patient needs using medical history, risk factors, complaints, and need for care; classify symptom urgency and notify appropriate personnel.
• Collect patient samples, including blood, urine, stool, and sputum, and prepare them for analysis or shipment.
• Provide nursing care within qualifications and according to the plan of care, established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Participate in planning and implementing patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Delegate appropriately within scope of practice and educational preparation, following the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act and the 5 Rights of Delegation.
• Administer medications according to facility policies and procedures.
• Communicate with members of the healthcare team.
• Complete required documentation in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Observe and report patient signs, symptoms, and changes in condition to physicians or other appropriate health professionals as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of nursing trends and evidence-based practice and participate in required in-service programs.
• Follow safety and infection-control practices and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients and the organization.
• Perform other duties within scope of practice as assigned.
• Support AVEM Health Partners’ mission, vision, and goals and serve as a role model.
• Demonstrate positive customer service, courtesy, respect, accurate communication, and discretion in interactions with workforce members and customers.
• Remain accountable for professional practice and interact effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations related to trauma and illness.
• Participate in performance-improvement activities, committees, and projects that support patient care and unit goals.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and educational opportunities, meet mandatory education requirements, and act as a preceptor when requested.
• Maintain excellent attendance and participate in required meetings and training sessions.
• Follow the AVEM Health Partners Code of Conduct, Standards of Behavior, policies, procedures, and health and safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree