CommuniCare Advantage - Parkersburg, WV
posted 4 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Parkersburg, WV
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About the position
Being a Nurse isn't easy. But you know why you stay the course. The work that you do makes a true difference in your patients' lives. Worthington Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is looking for a dedicated RN Wound/Treatment Nurse like YOU who chose this career because you CARE!
Responsibilities
- Perform all treatments, dressing changes, ointments, sprays, lotions, etc. on all residents following center policy and procedures as it pertains to resident privacy, infection control, and physician's orders.
- Perform routine monthly replacements of gastric tubes and Foley catheters as assigned.
- Perform trach care and suctioning.
- Recommend treatment at least 1 time weekly in the nurse notes, skin grids, pressure sore reports, or other required documents.
- Recommend treatment procedures or products to attending physicians.
- Re-order treatment supplies from pharmacy or central supply as needed.
Requirements
- Must possess a current license as a RN or LPN in the state where the center is located. Wound Certification preferred.
- Current CPR certification required, ACLS preferred.
- Prior work/life experiences, preferably in a healthcare setting.
- Prior experience in treatment nursing care is desirable.
- Prior supervisory experience, preferably in a long-term care center.
Benefits
- Life
- LTD/STD
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k) Employer Match with Flexible Spending Accounts
