Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health PRN Purcell, Oklahoma,

Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health PRN

At Vital Caring, our team members transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring. The Licensed LP/NV Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and in concert with our values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called. Every encounter is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, and we are committed to bringing a culture of caring to every encounter.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implement plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Use and prepare equipment and supplies safely and effectively, consistently adhering to aseptic technique.

Communication & Coordination

• Prepare clinical notes in accordance with professional licensing body and internal policy using the company’s electronic medical record and submit documentation timely.
• Attend and contribute to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by agency policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the agency.
• Interact with team members in a positive and professional manner.
• Communicate plan of care to referring physician and other agency professionals.
• Maintain contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in personal and professional growth and development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
• Three (3) years nursing experience, preferred. Community, home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Comply with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Licensed driver with reliable transportation.

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Referral Program
• Prepaid Legal Plans
• Identity Theft Protection