Job Posting

Program Nurse

Position Title: Program Nurse (LPN)
Department: Diabetes Program
Reports to: Diabetes Program Director

JOB SUMMARY
Performs professional nursing, consultation, and educational services to persons with diabetes and/or at high risk, as well as community health education/training.

This position description may not include all of the listed duties nor do all of the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found or assigned to this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 Educates clients to recognize warning signs, symptoms, and complications of diabetes
 Develops curriculum on health, including research and production. Personnel acts as a health care consultant by providing information on the management of diabetes
 Advises clients on the proper use of diabetic supplies, equipment, and readings
 Assesses home care needs and conducts basic patient care that may include vital readings, wound dressings, foot care, etc.
 Makes home visits to clients in order to monitor health status as needed
 Provides basic foot care/assessment in home, office, and/or clinic settings
 Develops, conducts, and participates in health education activities, workshops, and/or programs that promote healthy lifestyles for the general community or targeted groups
 Performs health screening activities at health fairs, schools, and other community facilities throughout the year
 Facilitates Case Management duties with physicians and/or primary care providers
 Oversees patient care and brings any issues to physicians and/or primary care providers attention
 Provides referrals to other community services as needed
 Facilitates Diabetes Support Group within program or in collaboration with Wewoka Indian Health Clinic
 Maintains confidential records and files which are to be updated in accordance with yearly audit
 Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 Current Oklahoma Nursing License and graduate of an approved LPN/LVN school of nursing
 Two years’ work experience in diabetes prevention or health education programs OR minimum of one (1) year hospital experience and one (1) year home care experience
 Certificate in medication administration via "NAPNE" or comparable medication listing program
 CPR and First Aid certification
 Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment
 Must be able to pass a physical examination and TB screening
 Must be able to pass the Seminole Nation required background check with NO prior convictions of any felonies
 Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug Free Workplace policies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
 Knowledge of principles and practices of health care, patient assessments, and health education services
 Knowledge of diabetes and other diseases and their education and prevention
 Skill in operating various word processing and database software programs
 Skill in treating patients with tact, courtesy, and respect
 Ability to react quickly and make effective decisions in an emergency situation
 Ability to maintain confidentiality (HIPAA)
 Ability to respect cultural and traditional Native American beliefs
 Ability to work a varied schedule, including weekends and evenings
 Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
 Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
 Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
 Ability to exercise independent judgment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 Talk, hear, sit, stand; use hands for fine motor control to handle objects and/or medical equipment
 Position requires frequent lifting of up to 25 lbs. or greater

WORK ENVIRONMENT
 Work is generally performed in an indoor setting with moderate noise level
 Exposure to unpleasant odors, bodily fluids, hazardous material, and infectious disease
 Situations occur where surgical masks, safety goggles, gloves, and protective face shields may be needed
 Frequent interaction with the public

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