PRN Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

PRN Licensed Practical Nurse

Norman, OKC, Edmond, Choctaw and surrounding area

TruHeart Home Health - Norman

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at TruHeart Home Health - Norman. As a PRN LPN, you will provide compassionate and high-quality nursing care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and have a strong commitment to patient-centered care, we encourage you to apply.

Essential Functions:

• Provide prescribed nursing care services to patients in the home care setting, following a Plan of Care (POC) and according to patient needs

• Monitor patient condition, report abnormalities, and make necessary adjustments to care plan

• Assist patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians

• Maintain accurate and concise records of patient care and status

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care

• Participate in on-call rotation as required

• Perform selected skills actions, such as wound care and IV maintenance

• Identify and address patient needs and problems, and report concerns to supervising nurse

• Maintain a professional and respectful attitude, and promote teamwork and harmony with patients, family, and staff

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge and competency in performing baseline nursing skills and procedures

• Implement nursing care plans and make necessary adjustments

• Participate in patient care conferences and team meetings

• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment

• Follow all agency policies and procedures

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain accurate records

Additional Requirements:

• Must pass a criminal background check and drug test

• Must have a valid Oklahoma LPN license, CPR certification, and driver's license

• Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience in home health or hospital setting

• Must have completed competency assessments

• Must have a strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality

Work Attire:

• Scrubs

Environmental Conditions:

• Moderate noise level; inherent potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens, moderate stress, and emotional demands

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting (3-6 hours daily)

• Standing (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Walking (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Twisting (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Bending (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling/Climbing (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Wrist Deviation (side to side) (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Hand/Wrist Repetitions (up and down) (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Reaching (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Grasping: Simple <50 pounds (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Pulling (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Pushing (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

• Lifts and Carries (occasionally 3 hours or less daily)

If you are a compassionate and dedicated LPN looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives, we encourage you to apply for this PRN Licensed Practical Nurse position.