What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Charge Nurse position at Elmbrook of Hugo?
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Elmbrook of Hugo is a skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation facility located in the beautiful community of Hugo, Oklahoma. We provide rehabilitation services and around the clock skilled care in a comfortable and friendly environment.
At Elmbrook of Hugo, our guiding principle is to provide outstanding and innovative skilled healthcare in an environment that remembers the importance of the individual and family. Our staff of dedicated professionals embodies the values that we cherish most – a nurturing spirit and a commitment to quality.
We are looking for a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. We provide rehabilitation services and around the clock skilled care in a comfortable and friendly environment.
Candidates must be well organized, professional, and most importantly have a passion to care for our residents. Nurses must support the philosophy of care and perform all duties in a professional manner. They are our staff role models! Candidates must have a current RN/LPN license.
Responsibilities:
Record a resident’s medical history accurately.
Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
Observe residents under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
Monitor residents’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts.
Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks.
Collect samples for lab testing as assigned.
Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
Communicate with residents’ family or friends.
Skills:
Proven experience as LPN/RN or similar role
Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
Familiarity with state health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
Excellent knowledge of medical
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Compassionate
Successful completion of LPN/RN license program is a must.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
Physical setting:
- Long term care
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Weekly schedule:
- Rotating weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hugo, OK 74743: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Oklahoma LPN license or Compact license (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25