Employment Opportunities
LPN-Specialty
This position is currently open.
Public?:
Public
Division:
Health
Reports To:
Director, Nursing
Type of Position:
Regular Full Time
Location:
Little Axe Health Center / 15951 Little Axe Dr. / Norman, OK 73026
General Description
The ASTHA/LWSN/PlusCare clinic is an outpatient multi-disciplinary clinic established and managed by the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma. The ASTHA/LWSN/PlusCare clinics are an ambulatory clinic that provides direct care services to Native American and other patients. It may be a requirement of this position to travel and work at the PlusCare and/or Shawnee Clinic as needed, which are located in Norman and Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Responsibilities & Duties
Obtain patient history, weight, vital signs and assists in the assessment of patients for symptoms of illnesses.
Provide practical nursing services according o=to established national and tribal standards, including the administration of medications.
Document medical services provided in the patient’s chart including all observations, assessments, nursing interventions, physician orders, treatments plan, follow up instructions, telephone and web encounters.
Participate in continuous quality improvement activities, surveys and peer reviews.
Assist in the promotion of continuity of care by providing health instructions, patient education and collaborating with other tribal and local health providers.
Assist with the provision of emergency medical treatment as instructed by a supervisor, including assignments relating to the Clinic Emergency Preparedness Plan.
Prepare and submit required reports and records in a timely manner.
Protect patient confidentiality according to nursing and tribal standards.
Assist with patient intake and information including required eligibility documentation.
Function as laboratory testing personnel, when needed, under CLIA guidelines.
Safeguard 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 as needed.
Assist in managing the patient schedule.
Perform registration desk duties for when needed for the clinic.
Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Qualifications
Two years of practical nursing experience or equivalent background training including patient assessments, counseling, treating minor chronic diseases and acute emergencies.
Graduation from high school and an accredited school of Practical Nursing conferring eligibility as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Maintain current and valid, Oklahoma license 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.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be reliable, detailed oriented, capable of multi-tasking with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong professional customer-service interpersonal skills.
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 Oklahoma Driver’s License.
Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time.
Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, and stooping; good finger dexterity and sensory perception; frequent repetitive motions; as well as talking, hearing, and visual acuity are required.
Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs)
Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs)
Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace
Posted Date:
3 days 14 hours ago