Registered Nurse I or II

State of Oklahoma

5d • $60,531

About The Position

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct or indirect professional nursing services in a variety of settings. This includes providing nursing assessments, planning, interventions, evaluations, health related education, case management, and execution of the medical regime including administering medications and treatments prescribed by any person authorized to prescribe by state law.

Requirements

• Level I: Requirements consist of possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Level II: Requirements consist of possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and one year of professional nursing experience, OR, a Bachelor's in Nursing and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and techniques
• knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention
• knowledge of nursing management of available health care resources
• knowledge of nutrition and diet therapy
• knowledge of the functions of various clinical departments
• ability to assist in the development, organization, and implementation of an effective nursing care plan
• ability to provide education and training
• ability to assess condition and needs of patients, families and communities appropriate to the care setting
• ability to take appropriate intervention
• ability to counsel and teach patients and families
• ability to provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care
• knowledge of available health programs and resources
• knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations concerning health services
• knowledge of accreditation, certification and licensure standards
• knowledge of preventive health practices
• knowledge of principles and methods of teaching
• knowledge of nursing standards
• knowledge of nursing policies and procedures
• ability to develop, plan, and implement an effective nursing care program and to provide education and training

Responsibilities

• Assess health status of individuals, families, and communities; develop plans and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
• Monitor and assess the health status of first-time mothers and infants to age two.
• Design and provide plan of care and provide nurse care management and health education in the areas of Children First Program
• Deliver professional nursing care in an assigned unit, clinic, home, or other setting.
• Assure quality health care through use of various measures such as record review, peer review, direct observation, and assessment of individual, family, and community for the desired outcome.
• Perform specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared.
• Assess health status of individuals, families, and communities; develop plans and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
• Monitor and assess the health status of first-time mothers and infants to age two.
• Design and provide plan of care and provide nurse care management and health education in the areas of Children First Program
• Deliver professional nursing care in an assigned unit, clinic, home, or other setting.
• Assure quality health care through use of various measures such as record review, peer review, direct observation, and assessment of individual, family, and community for the desired outcome.
• Perform specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
• Other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees