$18.08-$29.53/hr. based on previous work experience
Evening differential $2.00/hr.
Night differential $2.50/hr.
Weekend differential $2.50/hr.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement
Ortho/Spine is a 32 bed unit specializing in orthopedic patients. We have disease specific certification from the Joint Commission in Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement and Hip Fx patients which deems us a center of excellence. We also care for Total Shoulder and Ankle patients as well as other fractures. We also care for low level cardiac patients and some med-surg patients.
Responsibilities:
Job Summary
Performs duties of a licensed practical nurse as prescribed by the Oklahoma Nurse Practice Act
Contributes to the development of a plan of care and follows through with such plan for selected patients
Administers medication with a high degree of safety and accuracy
Documents nursing care and activities
Assists with patient care and monitors patients during procedures
Assists the departmental assistant with clinical matters
Maintains the exam/treatment rooms and work environment
Assists with the training of other staff
Qualifications:
Education
Completion of a vocational program for Licensed Practical Nurse
Experience
Prefer previous hospital experience
Previous work history reflecting stable employment is necessary
If no work experience, will consider school attendance record and performance
(Above requirements can be met by the equivalent combination of education and experience).
Licensure/Certification.
Current Oklahoma State LPN License
Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment