LPN OB-GYN Jobs

Position Title: LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - OB/GYN Department: Obstetrics/Gynecology Clinic Job Description: General Summary Under general supervision, provides preventative and health care to an assigned group of patients or clients in the OU Health facility. Responsibilities Assists with the nursing assessment through data collection, observation, and obtainment of vital signs on assigned patients or clients. Provide s care according to an established nursing plan. Observe s changes in patient’s condition and notify supervisory personnel if significant changes occur. Provide s routine ostomy care, nasogastric tube placement and feeding and placement, and discontinuing of oral-gastric tube. Initiates and monitor s oxygen therapy according to physician orders or unit protocol. Suctions and clean s tracheotomy sites. May administer oral, intravenous, intra-muscular, intra-dermal, subcutaneous, sub-lingual, vaginal, rectal, and topical medications. Prepare s patients for routine physical examinations and assist the physician during examinations. An LPN can function in the role of Surgical Tech if position open is in the operating room. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirements HS Diploma or GED required. Completion of education requirements for NCLEX-PN examination. Experience Requirements No experience required. License/Certification/Registration Requirements Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. Current LPN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or a current multistate LPN License (eNLC) required. Knowledge /Skills/Abilities Knowledge of professional nursing theories, practices, techniques, and procedures. Ability to organize, coordinate, plan, and evaluate nursing needs of assigned patients. Must be knowledgeable about operating room techniques if applying for a surgery position. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr IntelyCare