LPN - Psychiatry - Locum
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Indian Health Services
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IHS facility in Oklahoma is seeking 2 LPN's with Psychiatry experience for 13+ week contracts. High likelihood of extension. *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 sanding 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 Improvement. *Participates as part of the care team. Requirements- Schedule: 3/12s for Nights (Must be flexible to work Days) Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience Must possess a valid Oklahoma Practical Nurse's License Certs: BLS, ACLS, and PALS Attire: Navy Blue Scrubs Ability to work with Peds patients. Good written and verbal communication skills Meet pre-employment credentialing clearances (Background Check and Drug Screen) Ability to meet physical demands (stand; walk; sit; climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl), and lift up to 50lbs