Licensed Practical Nurse - FT Nights

Company: Avem Health Partners
Location: Anadarko
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!!!Job PurposeProvides 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
  • The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company.
  • Exhibit positive customer service behavior in daily work interactions.
  • Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
  • Communicate accurately and appropriately.
  • Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.
  • Hold self-accountable for professional practice.
  • Interact and cope effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness.
  • Participate in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of unit goals and participate in committees/projects to achieve these goals.
  • Ongoing professional development regarding evidence-based practices and implementation of interventions to improve patient outcomes.
  • Responsible for seeking out educational/professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth and meeting mandatory education requirements.
  • Act as a preceptor as requested.
  • Demonstrate excellent work attendance and actively participate in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required.
  • Adhere to the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior. Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements.Education/Certification/Licensure
    • Graduate of an approved Nursing Program.
    • Current LPN license issued by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
    • Current BLS (or obtained within 30 days of hire).
    • Current ACLS preferred.Experience
      • Two (2) years of clinical experience preferred.Physical Requirements
        • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions without compromising patient care. Such accommodations must be requested by the employee/applicant to be considered.
        • This job requires intact visual and auditory abilities to perform duties.
        • Individual must be able to lift 50 lbs.
        • Constant standing and walking is required.
        • Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting, tugging, and reaching are required.
        • Individual must have the physical strength and agility to position patients for a variety of examinations and procedures.#INDHP

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