Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) occupation at Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah

Cherokee Nation is at present looking to employ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on Wed, 31 Jul 2013 13:53:08 GMT. Provides nursing care according to Cherokee Nation's policies, standing orders, and as ordered by the physician or mid level in the ambulatory setting. Job Duties: Routine duties shall include providing audiology testing and related health care services to individuals eligible for services in accordance with the self-governance compact and funding agreement between the Cherokee Nation and the...

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Tahlequah Oklahoma

Description: Cherokee Nation is at present looking to employ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) right now, this occupation will be placed in Oklahoma. More details about this occupation opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Provides nursing care according to Cherokee Nation's policies, standing orders, and as ordered by the physician or mid level in the ambulatory setting.

Job Duties:
Routine duties shall include providing audiology testing and related health care services to individuals eligible for services in accordance with the self-governance compact and funding agreement between the Cherokee Nation and the United States executed under the authority of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Rooms patients. Takes and records vital signs. Screens patients according to Cherokee Nation's policies. Orders lab and x-rays according to Cherokee Nation's policies and standing orders. Administers medications, immunizations, and treatments according to standing orders, and/or provider orders. Operates a variety of medical equipment. Documents observations, referrals and nursing interventions according to CN documentation standards. Assists the provider with diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical procedures and exams. Provides patient education and self management support. Obtains lab specimens as needed. Participates in! ongoing quality improvement activities using the Model for Im! provement. Participates as part of the care team. Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Completion of Licensed Practical Nurse Certification. No additional experience is required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
None required.

COMPUTER SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Spreadsheet software; and Word Processing software.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS
Must possess a valid Oklahoma Practical Nurse's License. Must be currently certified in CPR AND maintain throughout employment. Must obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within one year of employment and maintain throughout employment. A driver's license may be required to work in some departments. If so, the applicant/employee must possess a valid driver's licens! e with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating. Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for child care.

DEPARTMENT: Adult Medicine Clinic
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This occupation starts available on: Wed, 31 Jul 2013 13:53:08 GMT

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