"PEAK - Senior Licensed Practical Nurse"

Job Description

This position is being filled through OU's PEAK Temporary Staffing Service.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing nursing duties in association with a Registered Nurse (RN) or Physician as acts a lead employee to support staff.
• Prepares patient for examination by the physician by having charts ready.
• Collects samples from patients including blood, urine, etc. Prepares samples for analysis or shipment.
• Takes and records various readings such as heart and respiratory rate, blood pressure, weight, and body temperature.
• Makes follow up patient appointments, or follows up on patient appointments. Answers routine questions from patient, family, or care giver.
• Collects all laboratory reports, data, and records.
• Under direction of physician or other medical personnel, administers medication to patients.
• Directs and evaluates the work of some personnel that may include Clinic Clerks, Medical Assistants, and Licensed Practical Nurses. Acts as a lead employee when work performed requires little or no direct supervision.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

Required:

Completion of an accredited practical nursing program; AND: 24 months experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Certifications or Licenses:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Oklahoma.
• Registered as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Oklahoma.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.

Other Requirements:

• Drug Test
• Vaccination Records: Hepatitis B (two dates), MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) (two dates), Varicella (two dates), Tuberculosis (Tb) Evidence Negative, Tdap (immunization within the last 10 years) (date), COVID-19 immunization dates, Influenza (date)

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries and diseases which includes but not limited to treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health care measures.
• Working knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Ability to give full attention to what is being said and understand the points being made. Ability to ask questions when appropriate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with staff, physicians, visitors, vendors, and patients in a tactful, diplomatic, and pleasant manner.
• Ability to work in stressful situations.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to be compassionate.
• Ability to lead and train other Licensed Practical Nurses.

Physical Working Conditions:

Standing for prolonged periods. Manual dexterity. Speaking and listening. Walking, reaching, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Environmental Working Conditions:

Clinic Environment. Exposed to blood borne pathogens, infectious diseases, and hazardous materials.