Licensed Practical Nurse II
State of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK, United States
Why you’ll love it here!
Respect. Collaboration. Service. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive.
Benefits
Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations.
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
11 paid holidays a year.
Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors.
Longevity Bonus for years of service.
Location
Chickasha – 205 W Chickasha Ave.
Salary
Up to $48,400.00, based on education and experience.
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, Primary Hours 8‑5.
Position Description
This role involves performing a full range of nursing assignments as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Nurses provide care to patients or clients and supervise and train others in routine nursing tasks.
Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Performs nursing procedures or specialized functions in accordance with knowledge, skills and licensure.
Provide contraceptive education and pregnancy testing.
Perform WIC assessments on women, infants and children who are eligible.
Obtain height and weight checks, hemoglobin testing, and lead testing.
Educate parents on feeding habits for newborn babies and children to five years of age.
Educate pregnant women and mothers on breastfeeding.
Issue breast pumps and instruct on how to use the pump and storage/handling of breast milk.
Educate on the proper storage, mixing and handling of formula.
Teach basic nursing skills and related principles.
Assess immunization records and give required immunizations to infants, children and adults.
Provide patient education on vaccines and possible side effects.
Assist in assessing, reporting, and recording health status of patients, families and groups in a variety of settings.
Check heads for lice on children and adults.
Provide education for lice treatment and prevention.
Conduct community outreach at various sites, events and functions 1‑2 times per year to provide services and education on the services provided by the county health department.
Participate in developing and implementing appropriate aspects of a plan of care.
Administer medications as ordered.
Report appropriate patient information to the supervisor or appropriate health team member.
Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
Other duties as assigned.
Other Duties
Demonstrate knowledge of and support the mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
Work effectively in a team environment, participating and assisting peers.
Minimum Qualifications
– Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a Licensed Practical Nurse approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or an eNLC recognized license and one year of practical nursing experience.
– Willingness and ability to perform all job‑related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license.
– Applicants must provide documentation of required education, certification or licensure at the time of application.
– All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, practices, and theory; medical terminology and infection control measures. Ability to exercise sound judgment, follow detailed oral or written instructions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Demonstrated ability to provide nursing care to patients or clients.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Must be able to move to provide examinations 80% of the time. Combination of office and exam rooms. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Hepatitis B vaccination and TB test required. Varied activities include sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Use of N‑95 respirator required. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
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Respect. Collaboration. Service. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive.
Benefits
Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations.
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
11 paid holidays a year.
Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors.
Longevity Bonus for years of service.
Location
Chickasha – 205 W Chickasha Ave.
Salary
Up to $48,400.00, based on education and experience.
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, Primary Hours 8‑5.
Position Description
This role involves performing a full range of nursing assignments as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Nurses provide care to patients or clients and supervise and train others in routine nursing tasks.
Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Performs nursing procedures or specialized functions in accordance with knowledge, skills and licensure.
Provide contraceptive education and pregnancy testing.
Perform WIC assessments on women, infants and children who are eligible.
Obtain height and weight checks, hemoglobin testing, and lead testing.
Educate parents on feeding habits for newborn babies and children to five years of age.
Educate pregnant women and mothers on breastfeeding.
Issue breast pumps and instruct on how to use the pump and storage/handling of breast milk.
Educate on the proper storage, mixing and handling of formula.
Teach basic nursing skills and related principles.
Assess immunization records and give required immunizations to infants, children and adults.
Provide patient education on vaccines and possible side effects.
Assist in assessing, reporting, and recording health status of patients, families and groups in a variety of settings.
Check heads for lice on children and adults.
Provide education for lice treatment and prevention.
Conduct community outreach at various sites, events and functions 1‑2 times per year to provide services and education on the services provided by the county health department.
Participate in developing and implementing appropriate aspects of a plan of care.
Administer medications as ordered.
Report appropriate patient information to the supervisor or appropriate health team member.
Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
Other duties as assigned.
Other Duties
Demonstrate knowledge of and support the mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
Work effectively in a team environment, participating and assisting peers.
Minimum Qualifications
– Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a Licensed Practical Nurse approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or an eNLC recognized license and one year of practical nursing experience.
– Willingness and ability to perform all job‑related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license.
– Applicants must provide documentation of required education, certification or licensure at the time of application.
– All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, practices, and theory; medical terminology and infection control measures. Ability to exercise sound judgment, follow detailed oral or written instructions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Demonstrated ability to provide nursing care to patients or clients.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Must be able to move to provide examinations 80% of the time. Combination of office and exam rooms. May be exposed to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, and medicinal preparations. Hepatitis B vaccination and TB test required. Varied activities include sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, pushing, and reaching. Use of N‑95 respirator required. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
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