Wound Treatment Nurse RN/LPN

Are you passionate about treating wounds and have a dedication for improving the lives of others?
Join our team!

The Garden's Rehab & Care Center has been a staple in Mohave County Since 1998 and has been a cornerstone of compassionate care. Our evolution over the years has created a haven where long-term residents find comfort and short-term residents receive the support they need from our dedicated team of professionals. Join our team to be part of a legacy committed to the Kingman community and its cherished seniors. We also have an A+ rating with the BBB.

Are you passionate about healing and making a profound impact? Join our dedicated team as a Wound Treatment Nurse RN/LPN at our skilled nursing facility. Bring your expertise and compassion to provide top-notch wound care for our residents. Embrace an environment where your skills shine, and every day brings an opportunity to improve lives. Be part of a nurturing community that values your dedication and commitment to exceptional patient care. Join us in creating a brighter, healthier future for those we serve!

Job Summary
As a treatment nurse you'll assess, treat, and oversee the healing process of wounds, collaborating closely with medical teams to optimize patient recovery. Your compassionate care and specialized skills will play a pivotal role in enhancing the well-being and comfort of our residents.

Essential Job Functions

Perform daily treatment orders and report changes in wound conditions to physician.
Compile and document weekly skin report and resident response to treatments and description of wounds from RN assessments.
Attend S.W.I.F.T. meetings.
Monitor resident Braden Scale and ensure skin intervention protocol has been implemented.
Maintain communication with the interdisciplinary team regarding plan of care.
Work with nursing staff to implement program to prevent development of preventable skin breakdown.
Supervision of the total nursing care on your wing, for your shift.
Responsibility and accountability for all resident medication on your wing, including narcotics ensuring safety measures and reporting any issues.
Responsible for education and knowledge of all residents under your care.
Ensure all CNA assignments are completed efficiently and in a timely manner and delegate special assignments as needed, as long it's within CNA scope of practice.
Follow all physician's orders, within your scope of practice, including but not limited to:

Administration of all ordered medications and immunizations.
Administration of all treatments; skin, wound, respiratory, circulatory, etc.
Obtain specimens for ordered labs.
Perform in-house labs.
Ensure ordered diagnostics/scans are performed.

Perform rounds for all residents ensuring that Care Plans are followed.
Assist in writing and updating resident assessments and care plans and have understanding of the MDS and Quality Indicators.
Note all physician orders received, whether verbal or written. Implement all orders received and transcribe them on the MAR/TAR and notify the Unit Clerk for any appointments.
Ensure the accuracy of your work.
Conduct complete, accurate, and truthful documentation including:

Initialing and signing all MAR/TAR when administering medications, treatments, or dietary supplements. Including documentation to indicate medications, treatments, supplements not administered during your shift.
All nurse charting including: Daily Scheduled, MDS, Medicare, Charting by Exception, and documentation of lab/diagnostic results.
Completion of all assigned MDS assessments.

Ensure an accurate and thorough report is given to the oncoming shift nurse.
Report any errors made to ADON/DON immediately.
Ensure all abuse, or suspected abuse, that is witnessed by you, or reported to you, is reported to the DON, ADON, or Administrator immediately.
Provide "on call" services to nursing staff per schedule determined by Administrator.
All other duties as assigned.

Join our team and be part of a dynamic community dedicated to enhancing lives. Your unique qualifications are the key to our success.

Knowledge of:

Medical terminology.
Safety rules, policies and procedures, infection prevention and control procedures.
Facility emergency/disaster response and evacuation procedures.
Resident Rights and identifying abuse and/or neglect.
Wound Care

Skill in:

Use and care of equipment, tools and materials used in resident care activities.
Working independently to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Following and maintaining safety standards.
Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.
Operating a computer utilizing a variety of commonly used and specialized software applications.

Ability to:

Recognize any changes in condition and notify the physician immediately, asking for appropriate action.
Identify when a situation cannot be handled and know when to ask for help.
Be sensitive to resident's families and respond in a professional manner.
Know your scope of practice and always operate within it.
Assume charge of personnel and clients assigned to your area.
Adhere to the Arizona State Board of Nursing Rules and Nurse Practice Act.
Temporarily work in positions requiring an RN/ LPN as necessary and when directed by supervisor.
Understand and follow, quickly and accurately, oral and written instructions.
Maintain confidentiality and work under pressure in a dynamic environment with changing demands and priorities.

Working Conditions

Must be able to bear weight and lift 100 pounds or more.
Requires constant physical activities including standing, walking, lifting, bending, stooping, pulling, stretching, turning, grasping and reaching.
Safety-sensitive position pursuant to A.R.S. 23-493.

Required Education and Experience

Must be a graduate of a state approved school of nursing.
Must have a current Arizona Nursing License or a current license from a compact license state.
Must hold a current Arizona State Board nursing license and must maintain license renewal in accordance with the standards of the State Board of Nursing.
Wound Care background preferred

Special Requirements

Attend mandatory nursing meetings and continuing education classes that are designated mandatory.
Obtain/maintain Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card at employee's expense.
Obtain/maintain CPR Certification.
Complete annual Tuberculosis Testing.
Complete required 12 hours of annual in-service training.
Mandated federal, state, and local communicable disease testing as required.

Benefits (Full-Time)

Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
PTO
Free Birthday PTO
Christmas Club
Employee Daily Lunches
Discounted Daycare

EOE

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our residents. Your dedication as a Wound Treatment Nurse will shine in our welcoming and compassionate environment!