Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN)

Job Purpose

Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Any position that has direct patient care is considered to be safety sensitive by AVEM Health Partners standards.

Essential Functions Include But Not Limited To

• Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
• Responsible for fostering a positive work environment.
• Assesses patients' needs based on medical history, risk factors, complaint, need for care, etc. Classifies the urgency of symptoms and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Collects samples from patients including blood, urine, stool, and sputum. Prepares samples for analysis or shipment.
• Performs nursing care per qualifications, based on the plan of care, following established policies, procedures and / or protocol.
• Actively participates in the planning and implementation of patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Delegates appropriately according to scope of practice and educational preparation; adhering to the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act and "5 Rights of Delegation".
• Administers medications as stipulated by the policies and procedures of the facility.
• Communicates with all members of the healthcare team.
• Ensures that required documentation is complete and in compliance with regulations and standards.
• Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and / or other appropriate health professionals as often as needed, changes in the patient condition.
• Responsible for keeping current in nursing trends and evidence-based practice; participates in required in-service programs.
• Ensure all safety and infection control practices are followed.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

Behavioral Standards

Education / Certification / Licensure

Experience

Physical Requirements