LPN - Ortho

Ortho/Spine Unit Position

Ortho/Spine is a 32 bed unit specializing in orthopedic patients. We have disease specific certification from the Joint Commission in Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement and Hip Fx patients which deems us a center of excellence. We also care for Total Shoulder and Ankle patients as well as other fractures. We also care for low level cardiac patients and some med-surg patients.

Job Summary

• Performs duties of a licensed practical nurse as prescribed by the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act
• Contributes to the development of a plan of care and follows through with such plan for selected patients
• Administers medication with a high degree of safety and accuracy
• Documents nursing care and activities
• Assists with patient care and monitors patients during procedures
• Assists the departmental assistant with clinical matters
• Maintains the exam/treatment rooms and work environment
• Assists with the training of other staff

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of a vocational program for Licensed Practical Nurse

Experience

• Prefer previous hospital experience
• Previous work history reflecting stable employment is necessary
• If no work experience, will consider school attendance record and performance

(Above requirements can be met by the equivalent combination of education and experience).

Licensure/Certification.

• Current Oklahoma State LPN License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment

Schedule

7a-7p

Work Shift

Day

Position Type

Regular Full Time