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Treatment Nurse

 

Position Summary:

Treatment Nurse is responsible for patient/resident skin care and other medical assessments, treatments and documentation, under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services (DON) and/or attending physician(s). Assists in recommending modifications of treatment regimens to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient

 

Qualifications:  

  • Current California LVN or RN license
  • Previous nursing or healthcare experience preferred
  • CPR and First Aid certified
  • Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in all work-related situations

Responsibilities:

  • Provides treatment and therapeutic services per physician orders
  • Consults with DON, Medical Director and other members of the Care Plan Team concerning assessment evaluations, assists in developing appropriate treatment plans
  • Examines patient/residents and their medical records/charts, recommending when to refer them to a physician for further evaluation or care
  • Assesses skin conditions, identifying, photographing and documenting stages and any other problems upon admission/re-admission or any extended time away from the facility
  • Performs weekly patient skin and other examinations as needed recording results, reporting as needed and securing/applying the corresponding treatment orders
  • Ensures that residents with decubitus ulcers receive appropriate prophylaxis and treatment, such as daily inspection, turning and activity, a well-planned diet, and maintenance of clean, dry bed
  • Performs administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
  • Builds positive relationships with interdisciplinary team members working with kitchen staff for dietary changes, therapy on wound management, etc.
  • Provides information to resident and family members on prevention techniques and other ways to maintain or improve general health and psychosocial status of resident
  • Provides written and/or oral reports and recommendations to attending physician, DON and other department leaders as appropriate and necessary.
  • Orders medication/equipment/treatment supplies, etc. to ensure care is provided timely
  • Audits and completes treatment sheets or other required charting documentation to ensure they are updated and accurate
  • Attends meetings as assigned to discuss patients’ and other facility business
  • Treats everyone at work in a kind, patient, supportive and encouraging manner

Benefits:

  • Competitive pay
  • Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying a substantial portion of costs (voluntary supplemental plan options available)
  • 401(k) with discretionary company match annually
  • Company paid Basic Life and disability insurance (Buy up options available)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
  • Employee Assistance program
  • Tuition Assistance and Profession Enhancement Funds
  • Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

*Benefits available to full-time employees.


Royal Care Skilled Nursing Center - Royal Care Skilled Nursing Center

2725 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, CA, 90806
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