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Mercy
Co-Worker Health RN or LPN - PRN, Mercy Hospital OKC
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$54,839 / year median in Oklahoma
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Find your calling at Mercy!
Position Details:
Co-Worker Health Nurse - LPN or RN PRN - flexible hours and scheduling (department is open Monday-Friday only, no evenings or weekends) Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City The Co-worker Health Nurse is a critical job that works closely with all co-workers from day one.- Plans, organizes, directs and performs all activities of the co-worker health services in concert with federal and state requirements and regulatory agencies.
- Processes new co-workers for a health assessment at hire, which includes pre-employment drug testing, health medical history, lab work, chest x-ray if indicated and immunization status.
- Supports and administers co-worker TB skin screening program in compliance with state regulations.
- Performs respirator fit testing and training as indicated.
- Promotes and administers annual Influenza and other vaccines to all co-workers working in the facility.
- Provides first aid to employees as necessary and works closely with co-workers following on the job injuries to provide quality care and follow-up to injured workers.
- May serve as Workers' Compensation coordinator, depending on work location, following state commission rules and regulations.
Qualifications:
Experience:
2 years' hospital or clinical experience required.Education:
Graduate of an accredited nursing program, LPN or RN.Licensure:
Active nursing license in Oklahoma (LPN or RN).Certifications:
BLS (Basic Life Support) preferred but will be provided by Mercy after hire if not already certified.Physical Requirements:
- Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
- Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
- Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.