Treatment Nurse
Company: Summit LTC
Location: Kingsland
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
POSITION SUMMARYWe are looking for a skilled Treatment /Wound Care
Nurse to become a part of our facility's compassionate care-giving
team. The Treatment /Wound Care Nurse will be responsible for the
assessment and follow up of each resident's need for and result of
treatments provided in the facility or a designated area of the
facility. The Treatment /Wound Care Nurse communicates with the
other Licensed Staff of the facility in assessing needs and results
of staff action to assure residents do not decrease their
functional abilities such as; obtain skin breakdown, contractures,
weight loss, skin tears and so forth while in the facility. Assists
the facility to provide education, assessment and appropriate
infection control programs. Works with the facility as team member
to assure treatments are coordinated with other events of the day.
Assists the Nursing Department to assure residents care plans are
followed. Documents on records as per policy and procedures of the
facility. Participates in staff meetings and in-services as
required. We are searching for a dedicated, compassionate and
energetic individual to be a vital link between our patients and
the nurses and other facility staff.PM21
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma
or relevant qualification.Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing
Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate
of an approved LVN/RN program.Possession of a current valid Texas
driver's license or regular means of transportation to and from
work.One (1) year of experience as a nurse in a skilled
rehabilitation, skilled nursing or Long-Term Care (LTC) environment
preferred.Experience with electronic medical records
preferred.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESDecisions made that
reflect knowledge and good judgment and demonstrate an awareness of
patient/resident/family/physician needs.Awareness of own
limitations are evident and assistance is sought when
necessary.Committee meetings (if assigned) are attended. Reports
related to the committee are given during staff
meetings.Responsibility is taken for own professional growth. All
mandatory and other in-- services are attended
annually.Organizational ability and time management is
demonstrated.Confidentiality of patient is respected at all times
(i.e., when answering telephone and/or speaking to
co-workers).Professional behavior is demonstrated.Must be capable
of operating a personal computer to enter resident data as required
by regulation and facility policy.Must be able to read, write, and
speak the English language in an understandable manner.Ability to
read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and
memos.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out
instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to
communicate orally and in written form effectively with all levels
of employees, patients, families, and vendors.Ability to present
information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees,
patients, families, and vendors.Good understanding of medical and
pharmacological terminology.Ability to add and subtract two digit
numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to
perform these operations using weight measurement, volume, and
distance.Excellent problem solving/analysis/judgment skills and
high level of attention to detail and accuracyBuilds and maintains
cooperative working relationshipsEstablish and maintain effective
working relationships with clients, supervisors, County employees,
elected officials, law enforcement, other agencies, and the
public.Resourceful, dependable and accountableAble to work a
flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and
holidays.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSMust possess a
current and active license to practice as an RN or LVN in this
state. CPR certification required.Summit LTC is an equal
opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for
employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or
disability status.PI187647167
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