Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable Licensed Practical Nurse to care for invalids and injured people in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor.

 

This nursing position earns a competitive wage depending on skills & experience and a generous sign-on bonus of $3,000 . We also offer great benefits , including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO) accrual, a 401(k), schedule flexibility, and life insurance . If this sounds like the right opportunity in home health care for you, apply today!

 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FIELD NURSE (LPN)

As an LPN in home health care, you play an essential role in visiting patients in their homes to ensure they receive high-quality care that meets their specific needs. When meeting with patients, you provide hands-on nursing skills, including injections and wound care while ensuring equipment and materials are prepared correctly. You also teach your patients appropriate self-care techniques, so they are able to have some control over their own health. Through communication with RNs and case managers, you provide updates on each patient and clarify information when instructions are unclear.

In addition, you aid RNs or physicians in performing specialized procedures and duties as well as carrying out any oral or written instructions that come your way. To ensure the safety of your patients, you practice infection control and universal precautions. When needed, you report any forms of abuse and take appropriate action according to state and federal guidelines. Always reliable and punctual, you maintain regular attendance to complete your day-to-day tasks and submit any documentation regarding clinical notes and driving records. You find great satisfaction knowing the work that you do in home health care makes a difference in the lives of so many!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FIELD NURSE (LPN)

• Active nursing license in the state of Oklahoma
• CPR certification or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of being hired
• 1+ years of nursing experience
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel long distances and adapt to schedule changes
• Basic knowledge about computers

Experience working in home health, critical care, or an emergency room would be a plus but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you balance multiple tasks while demonstrating good time management? Are you able to easily adapt to new situations? Can you work well under pressure? Do you have exceptional problem-solving skills? Are you able to maintain a compassionate and empathetic manner toward others? If so, you might just be perfect for this nursing position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time home health care position typically works from 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday with rotating weekends and flexibility.