Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Core Position Information

Job Title: Treatment Nurse LVN

Reports to: Director of Nursing

Status: Non-Exempt Hourly

Collaborates: Assistant Director of Nurses ADON

Job Purpose:

Provides weekly skin reviews/checks, treatments and gathers data regarding wounds.

Essential job Duties and Responsibilities:

Nursing Care:
Responsible for weekly skin assessments of all residents on shower days; validates skin sheets completed by CNAs; responsible for following facility wound care protocol; Stasis/Venus/Arterial ulcers; management of skin tears, surgical wounds, etc. Complete rotational on call duties as well as floor duties (PRN) and helping with admissions and monthly summaries.

Documentation:

Complete proper documentation adhering to company policy and procedure; responsible for Braden assessments upon admission, quarterly and PRN of all residents. Prepare assessment, treatment, and documentation of all residents with stage 1, 2, 3 or 4 pressure ulcers; prepare weekly pressure ulcer documentation for DON and/or Regional Nurse Specialist.

Resident Rights:

Understand, comply with and promote all rules regarding Residents’ rights.

Other Job Functions:

Staff Development:

Participate in in-service training, assist in implementing orientation programs and job skills training, maintains professional competence

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical device):

Works in a climate-controlled and well-lighted environment.. Works in an office and throughout the building daily. Has Category 1 risk of exposure to infectious diseases, but receives training in handwashing practices and Universal Precautions and has access to personal protective equipment if direct exposure is anticipated. Is subject to interruptions, noise, and odors daily

Walking, reaching, climbing, bending, lifting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures, ability to communicate with residents and employees, ability to understand and follow training, ability to instruct staff in service education, and the ability to remain calm under stress.

Qualifications:

Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in good standing and currently licensed by the State.

Completion of secondary education or otherwise able to read and write in legible and understandable manner.

Two (2) years as a practicing LVN preferred.

Previous wound care training: educational or two (2) years hands on preferred.

Must be CPR certified.

Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and work cooperatively with other associates.

Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.

Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

“At Will” Statement:

This job description provides guidelines only and none of its provisions are contractual in nature. The
Job Description does not guarantee employment for any specific period of time or any specific terms or benefits of employment. All employment with the Company is “at will,” meaning that you or the
Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice or cause. No member of the Company’s management staff has the authority to make oral or written promises of employment that are inconsistent with the policy of at-will employment. The at-will nature of employment may only be modified through a written employment agreement signed by the head of the Company’s governing body and the team member.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):

Our Facility is committed to protecting the privacy, security and integrity of individually identifiable health information received from or on behalf of our employees. The Facility adheres to the highest standards of integrity in the performance of its business and is prepared to maintain compliance with
HIPPA and other regulatory requirements by adopting and adjusting policies and processes as necessary. All employees are required to adhere to all HIPPA regulations

Job Description Review:

I understand this job description and its requirements; and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job functions may be altered from time to time.
I have noted below any accommodations that are required to enable me to perform these duties. I have also noted below any job responsibilities or functions that I am unable to perform, with or without accommodation.

Associate’s

Signature: ________________________________ Date: ___________________________

Supervisor: ________________________________ Date: ___________________________

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mesquite, TX 75149: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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