LPN II - Senior Services

Saint Francis Health System

About The Position

The LPN II administers nursing care to an assigned group of patients in accordance with physician orders, nursing care plans, and the Oklahoma Board of Nursing Scope of Practice. The role consults with a registered nurse to plan patient care and performs direct and indirect patient-care duties, including data collection. This position is in Senior Services at the Yale Campus in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is identified as safety sensitive under Oklahoma law.

Requirements

Completion of a prescribed practical nursing program, or equivalent coursework approved and verified by a state board of nursing, with the associated diploma or certificate.
Valid multistate or State of Oklahoma Licensed Practical Nurse license.
0–6 months of related experience.
Working knowledge of general disease-state management processes, the biopsychosocial model, and clinical pathways.
Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively and efficiently.
Attention to detail when examining clinical and numerical data.
Ability to administer IV therapy medications in accordance with hospital policy.

Responsibilities

Perform nursing skills appropriate to the patient population and specialty area, considering each patient's age and biopsychosocial needs.
Gather data, implement care, and evaluate care for an assigned group of patients based on physician orders and the Nursing Care Plan.
Accurately take and note physician orders.
Consult with a registered nurse to plan patient care.
Document data in the appropriate record and clearly, consistently, and accurately document the nursing process and care.
Address patient problems and progress toward outcomes.
Facilitate patient teaching and implement discharge planning.
Make appropriate referrals.
Follow the plan of care in accordance with policy, considering patient age and cultural, psychosocial factors.
Support unit and hospital goals through performance-improvement and educational activities.
Attend mandatory in-services and meet unit education standards.
Complete variance reports accurately.
Modify behaviors or performance to comply with care standards and unit requirements.