LPN, Med Surg-Nights

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL•Duncan, OK

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations. Care is consistent with the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics. LPNs work under the direction of registered nurses and/or physicians/providers. The role promotes collaborative decision-making, innovation, lifelong learning, teamwork, and a Culture of Safety grounded in Just Culture. This is a full-time night-shift position at Duncan Regional Hospital in Duncan, Oklahoma. The LPN contributes to the nursing process under an RN’s direction, collaborates with the care team, administers prescribed medications and treatments, documents care, and provides ongoing patient and family education. The role requires use of lifting assistive devices, adherence to safety protocols, regular attendance and punctuality, and the ability to take call and respond within 60 minutes. Required conditions of employment include vaccinations under DRH policy and respirator and fit testing for team members at risk of specified exposures. Medical and religious vaccination exemptions are available upon request. This is a safety-sensitive position under Oklahoma law. Applicants and employees in this position cannot test positive for THC in applicable drug tests, including when they hold a medical marijuana card.

Requirements

Graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program.
Current, unencumbered LPN license in the State of Oklahoma.
Fluency in oral and written English.
Basic computer skills, including sending and receiving email, navigating position-related information technology, and using Electronic Health Record information tools.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to remain flexible and adapt quickly to urgent situations.
Ability to adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to accomplish position requirements.
Ability to take call and respond within 60 minutes.
American Heart Association BLS certification; may be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer.
NIHSS certification; may be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Ability to meet and maintain required conditions of employment, including vaccinations under DRH policy, subject to available medical or religious exemptions.
Respirator and fit testing as required for team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet-producing procedures, or caustic chemicals.
Must not test positive for THC in applicable pre-employment or post-employment drug tests for this safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification.
PALS certification.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the nursing process under the direction of an RN, including planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes.
Collaborate with physicians, providers, registered nurses, and multidisciplinary team members.
Identify patient care needs, establish rapport with patients and families, and provide emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.
Provide quality care in accordance with therapeutic and regulatory standards; administer medications and treatments prescribed by persons authorized under state law.
Follow infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
Document patient care services accurately and in a timely manner.
Maintain patient confidentiality and protect confidential information.
Delegate tasks that others can safely perform, consistent with educational preparation and the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.
Provide ongoing education to patients and families in accordance with the established care plan.
Verify preventive maintenance requirements for equipment, request repairs, and evaluate new equipment and techniques.
Adapt assessment, treatment, and care methods to accommodate each person's physical, cultural, age-specific, and developmental needs.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities.
Communicate information and participate in team problem-solving to maintain cooperative relationships among health care teams.
Use lifting assistive devices and follow safety protocols.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
Take call and respond within 60 minutes.
Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
Perform other related duties as assigned.