Nursing Jobs in Del City, OK

Experienced RN - Registered Nurse (Levels 1 -3) - Neurology/Neurosurgery Care Unit (NNCU) - Nights

apartment OU Health location_onOklahoma City, OK

Position Title: Experienced RN - Registered Nurse (Levels 1 -3) - Neurology/Neurosurgery Care Unit (NNCU) - Nights Department: Neurosciences Job Description: *Registered Nurse positions are available at levels I, II, or III, depending on experience and education. * New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive total rewards package including up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus! The new Neurology/Neurosurgery Care Unit (NNCU) located in the University of Oklahoma Medical Center, Tower B, 2 East , is now seeing patients! This unit features significant patient room upgrades, and care for a mixture of med/surg and stepdown patients.This comprehensive unit provides elevated care to some of OU Health's most complex patients, encouraging team-based care and easier access to services. Our unit focuses on all things Neuro! Our patient population includes diagnosis of strokes, seizures, brain mass, and neck and spinal surgery. This unit specializes in 24-7 epilepsy monitoring, where patients are being closely monitored and observed for any seizure activity. We will provide you the necessary tools in successfully performing a Yale swallow screening and becoming NIHSS certified (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification). OU Health has introduced a groundbreaking hybrid nursing model that integrates both virtual and in-person nursing teams, aimed at improving care coordination and bolstering the nursing workforce within the state's premier academic health system. General Description: An OU Health Registered Nurse (RN) I works under general supervision, providing the highest quality of care to patients in a hospital setting with health problems ranging from simple to complex. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting Patients First , pursuing Relentless Excellence , showing Integrity , seeking Inclusion for all staff and patients, always Learning , and valuing Teamwork . RN I represents the nurse who is a novice or an advanced beginner advancing to competent. While advancing from novice to competent, the nurse relies on rules rather than principles which are independent of specific situations. The advanced beginner may have enough real experience to begin to formulate principles. Essential Responsibilities Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains nursing professional practice standards. Assumes responsibility for an assigned patient or group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, noting all changes in physician order on assigned patients. Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients, and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care safely and competently. Resolves patient complaints in a timely manner in accordance with policy and in collaboration with support staff. Informs patient and family of hospital procedures and shares care plan during the time of care and at the time of discharge. Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Fosters a growth mindset through seeking mentorship, remaining open to coaching and feedback, and maintaining professional certification(s)/licensure in order to perpetually develop and uphold the skills required for proficiency within the nursing profession. Develops a professional career plan and establishes personal, performance goals in alignment with enterprise-wide metrics, frequently measuring progress with department leadership. Fosters an inclusive workforce where individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve OU Health’s winning aspiration. Delegates tasks to clinical support staff as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. *Minimum Qualifications (RN I): Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Experience: 0-3 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse. License/Certification/Registration: Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)). Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. *Minimum Qualifications (RN II): Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Experience: 3-5 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required. License/Certification/Registration: Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)). Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. *Minimum Qualifications (RN III): Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required. Master's Degree in Nursing preferred. Experience: 5+ years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required. License/Certification/Registration: Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)). Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. Specialty certification(s) preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of basic professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures. Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees. Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients. Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest. Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner. Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards. Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. #CB Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

LPN

Per Diem

LPN/RN PRN

apartment Cross Timbers Nursing location_onOklahoma City, OK

Major Duties and Responsibilities Directs the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures. Ensures that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned. Participates in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required. Observes for changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly. Transcribes physician orders to medical record and carries out orders as written. Prepares and administers medications as per physicians’ orders and observes for adverse effects. Performs wound treatments as per physicians’ orders, observes for changes and documents accordingly. Schedules follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated. Provides nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit. Provides direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures. Performs rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties. Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met. Informs appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and files grievances as necessary. Reports any incidents or unusual occurrences to the supervisor, unit manager, assistant director or nursing or director of nursing and participates in the investigative process as needed. Participates in end of life care as required. Ensures that there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notifies appropriate personnel of needs. Initiates, reviews and updates care plans as required. Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication. Participates in the survey process when inspection surveys arise. Additional Tasks v Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights. v Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines. v Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves. v Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications. v Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer. v Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations. v Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. v Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan. v Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor. v Follows established infection control policies and procedures. v As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency. Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements/Working Conditions v Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. v Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work. v Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. v Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. v Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff. v Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition. v Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. v Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. v Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases. v Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations. v Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position. v May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants. v Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis. v May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel. v Must possess leadership, supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. v Must be able to follow oral and written instructions. v Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments. v Subject to call-back during emergency conditions. v Works at nursing station and throughout the facility. v Subject to frequent interruptions. v May work beyond normal working hours and on weekends, holidays when necessary. Compliance as a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the facility, including the facility’s compliance and ethics program, is a condition of employment. Compliance will be a factor in evaluating job performance. Violations, including failure to report violations, will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. This job description is intended to convey the general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Other tasks not listed here may be assigned by the Administrator. Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations placed on long term care by various governmental agencies. This job description will be reviewed and/or revised annually and as needed. Individual performance will be evaluated using the following scale: 1. Unsatisfactory: Achieves results which are far less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated. 2. Needs Improvement: Achieves results which are less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated. Exhibits the potential to become a competent performer. May be new to job or need skill development. 3. Meets Standards: Achieves results which meet the standards identified for the performance factors rated. This rating is the expected level of performance. 4. Exceeds Standards: Achieves results which usually exceed the standards identified for the performance factors rated.