Cantex - Flower Mound, TX
posted 16 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Flower Mound, TX
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
About the position
The primary purpose of the Treatment Nurse (RN/LVN) position is to participate in and oversee the wound care of Residents as prescribed by the attending physician, consistent with accepted standards of care and within the scope of RN/LVN training and licensure. At times, this position will be responsible to provide care directly to the Resident and/or supervise the direction of this care by a Certified Nursing Assistant to ensure that the highest practical well-being is maintained by the Resident.
Responsibilities
- Observe, assess, treat, and document Residents wounds according to the Resident Care Management System Skin, Federal, State, and local regulations.
- Ensure that preventative measures are utilized to prevent the development of pressure ulcers.
- Assist in the collection and documentation of data for Quality Assurance including the weekly Pressure/Non-Pressure Trending Reports.
- Consult with Director of Nurses/Attending Physician regarding changes in Residents wounds/condition.
- Receive, transcribe, and execute physicians' orders.
- Ensure implementation of care plans to promote wound healing.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Identify and secure equipment and supplies for wound care.
- Ensure that each Resident's attending physician and family or responsible party is promptly notified of any significant change in the Resident's wound/condition and this notification is documented in the medical record.
- May participate in assigning duties and ensures the delivery of appropriate clinical care by the CNA staff.
- Ensure that each Resident's accident or incident is fully documented and reported in accordance with Cantex Senior Communities Clinical Policies and Procedures and state/federal guidelines and regulations.
- Ability to function as a Team Leader/Role Model.
- Ensure a safe environment for Resident population.
- May participate in the Nurse Manager On call rotation.
- Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Nursing School and a current and valid license in the applicable State.
- Minimum of one-year experience in a long-term or health care setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of current wound care treatments and dressings.
- Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
Benefits
- 401K with match
- CEU reimbursement
- Vacation
- Sick leave
- Holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Supplemental insurance plans
- Highly competitive compensation package
