LPN - Oklahoma Wound Center - PRN

Overview:

The Oklahoma Wound Care Center is the largest outpatient wound center in the Oklahoma City area. We see a wide variety of patients and their wounds. Most commonly seen is the diabetic foot ulcer, but we also treat surgical, traumatic and burn wounds. The staff play a vital role in assessing and treating simple to complex wounds. Nursing staff collaborate closely with physicians to achieve healing. The Oklahoma Wound Care Center is a busy and very fast paced clinic with 3 wound care specialized physicians, 10 exam rooms and 4 hyperbaric oxygen chambers.

Responsibilities:

• 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 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. C
• urrent Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment.

Compensation/Benefits

• $18.08-$29.53/hr depending on previous work experience.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.

LPN - Oklahoma Wound Center - PRN at Norman Regional Health System summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Oklahoma Wound Center plays a critical role in patient care, primarily focusing on wound management and collaboration with physicians. Responsibilities include assessing wounds, administering medications, documenting care, and assisting in clinical procedures within a fast-paced environment. The position requires a valid Oklahoma LPN license, completion of a vocational nursing program, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Keywords:

Licensed Practical Nurse, wound care, patient care, healthcare, Oklahoma, LPN, clinical procedures, medical assistance, BLS certification, nursing

Location: Village, OK, US

Posted Date: 11/29/2024