Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Job Description

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Contract: 13-week assignment with possible extension

Pay Rate: $35/hour

Location: Claremore, OK

Setting: Primary Care

Schedule: Days/nights 40 hours weekly Flexible days and times based on preference

Overview: The LPN will be responsible for delivering patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). Duties include providing direct patient care, assisting in the development and implementation of care plans, and performing various clinical procedures. The nurse must be able to recognize and report changes in patient conditions promptly and maintain accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide skilled nursing care to patients from admission through discharge

Monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions and responses to treatments

Collaborate with RNs and the healthcare team to update and execute care plans

Perform wound care, sterile dressing changes, and other therapeutic procedures

Start, maintain, and monitor IVs; insert catheters and NG tubes

Administer medications, including IV medications, as ordered

Perform and assist with treatments such as oxygen therapy, suction, and respiratory care

Adhere to infection control standards, including care for isolation patients

Support patient education and promote a safe and healing environment

Qualifications:

Active LPN license (State of Oklahoma or Compact License)

Minimum 1 year of clinical experience; wound care experience required

Current BLS certification

Full-time