Employment Opportunities
LPN-Specialty
This position is currently open.
Public?:
Public
Division:
Health
Reports To:
RN/Nurse Supervisor
Type of Position:
Regular Full Time
Location:
Little Axe Health Center / 15951 Little Axe Dr. / Norman, OK 73026
General Description
This position is located at the Little Axe Clinic in Norman, OK. The Little Axe Clinic is an outpatient multi-disciplinary clinic established and managed by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. The Little Axe clinic is an ambulatory clinic that provides direct care services to Native American patients. It may be a requirement of this position to travel and work in the Little Axe PlusCare Clinic and/or Shawnee Clinic as needed, which are located in Norman (PlusCare) and Shawnee Oklahoma.
Responsibilities & Duties
Obtains patient history, weight, vital signs and assists in the assessment of patients for symptoms of illnesses.
Provides practical nursing services according to established national and tribal standards, including the administration of medications.
Documents medical services provided in the patient's chart including all observations, assessments, nursing interventions, physician orders, treatments plans, and follow up instructions.
Participates in continuous quality improvement activities, surveys and peer reviews.
Assists in the promotion of continuity of care by providing health instructions, patient education and collaborating with other tribal and local health providers.
Assists with the provision of emergency medical treatment as instructed by a supervisor, including assignments relating to the Clinic Emergency Preparedness Plan.
Prepares and submits required reports and records in a timely manner.
Protects patient confidentiality according to nursing and tribal standards.
Assists with patient intake and information including required eligibility documentation.
Functions as laboratory testing personnel, when needed, under CLIA guidelines.
Performs other appropriate duties as required or as assigned by a supervisor.
Safeguards confidentiality of the medical charts/records and complies with all local, state, and federal laws pertaining to medical records. Assures compliance with all HIPAA regulations concerning use, retrieval, storage, and sharing of medical records.
Review and assist with managing referrals into specialty clinic.
Assist in managing the specialty patient schedule.
Will also include some registration desk duties for specialty clinic.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Qualifications
Have (2) years of practical nursing experience or equivalent preferred. Experience with patient assessments, counseling, treating minor chronic diseases and acute emergencies.
Maintain current and valid Oklahoma license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Graduation from high school or GED and an accredited school of Practical Nursing conferring eligibility as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Knowledge of fundamental nursing care principles, practices and procedures. Must have a basic knowledge of adverse symptoms and possess the ability to react in emergencies.
Must be reliable, detailed oriented, capable of multi-tasking with excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong professional customer- service interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to relate well with co-workers and the general public.
Ability to adjust to changing conditions.
Must be computer literate required (Windows operating systems – Microsoft Word, Excel).
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time.
Sitting or standing or walking for long period of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking hearing and visual acuity.
Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs)
Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)
PREFERRED CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Preferred clinic experience in Gynecology, Orthopedics, Cardiology, Dermatology, Nephrology, or Neurology.
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments.
Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace
Posted Date:
2 weeks 12 hours ago