What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse- (Family Medicine Clinic)- Tulsa position at The University of Oklahoma?
Join our outstanding team of nurses, physicians and staff at OU Family Medicine in Tulsa, which is located on Route 66, west of Utica on 11th Street. Family Medicine nurses work closely with our faculty and resident physicians while providing excellent patient care including prenatal care, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Nurses support the physicians and Advanced Practice Provider by rooming patients, coordinating prescription refills, assisting in the ordering of lab and diagnostic tests, and returning phone calls to triage patients’ needs.
The OU Tulsa Family Medicine practice includes Family Practice, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy and The Bedlam Clinic which is a free clinic for uninsured patients. The practice includes in-house lab, X-Ray, an immunization nurse, a procedure nurse, social workers, Sooner Care and insurance support, Healthy Steps and Health Start for parents of babies & young children, a pharmacist, mental health counseling, and a part time psychiatrist for consults and patient visits.
Being a nurse in an academic medical setting allows you to work at the top of your license and to participate in the training of the next generation of physicians and physician assistants. We have a positive and supportive work environment and enjoy celebrating special events and holidays. Apply now to join our team!
Representative Responsibilities :
- Patient Preparation. Prepares patient for examination by the physician by having charts ready, etc.
- Information Gathering. Takes and records various readings such as heart and respiratory rate, blood pressure, weight, body temperature, etc. Collects samples from patients including blood, urine, etc. Prepares samples for analysis or shipment. Collects all laboratory reports, data, and records.
- Patient Follow Up. Makes follow up patient appointments, or follows up on patient appointments. Answers routine questions from patients, family, etc.
- Medication Administration. Under direction of physician or other medical personnel, administers medication to patients.
- As Needed. Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.
