What are the responsibilities and job description for the Treatment Nurse position at Riverside PostAcute Care?
Job description
Riverside Post Acute is a premier healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional care to our residents and patients. Our commitment to excellence, compassionate care, and innovative practices sets us apart as a leader in the industry. We take pride in our supportive team environment and our dedication to improving the lives of those we serve.
Job Title: Treatment Nurse (LVN) - Wound Care Specialist
Position Overview: We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team as a Treatment Nurse specializing in wound care. In this role, you will be responsible for providing advanced wound care treatments, assessments, and interventions to promote healing and improve outcomes for our residents and patients.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough wound assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Perform advanced wound care treatments, including wound debridement, dressing changes, and wound vac therapy, according to physician orders and established protocols. • Monitor wound healing progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. • Educate patients, families, and caregivers on wound care techniques, prevention strategies, and self-care practices.
- Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care coordination and continuity of care.
Qualifications:
- Current, unrestricted LVN license in the state of CA.
- Certification in wound care (e.g., Wound Care Certification) highly desirable.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency in wound assessment techniques, wound care treatments, and wound vac therapy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to providing compassionate care and improving patient outcomes.
If you are a dedicated LVN with a passion for wound care and a commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care, we want to hear from you! Join our team at Riverside Post Acute and make a difference in the lives of our residents and patients.