Job description

Sherman Oaks Health And Rehab Center is currently Looking for a Full-Time Licensed Vocational Wound Treatment Nurse to join our team!

A Treatment Nurse may address skin wounds that are a result of trauma. A treatment nurse primarily focuses on treating skin wounds that result from trauma, burns or bedsores.

• Full-Time
• Shift : (AM)

What you can expect:

• Job Security
• Set Schedule
• 8 Hour Shifts
• Supportive Team
• Work at only ONE Location
• Paid Orientation & On the Job Training
• Encourage a Healthy Work Environment
• Provide Excellent Customer Service
• Supportive Team
• Strong and Positive Leadership
• Individuals Are Empowered To Grow
• Benefits: 401K Matching , Health Insurance, Dental, Vision

Duties Include:

• Participates in the initial admission evaluation of residents.
• Performs an evaluation using techniques including observation and inspection.
• Identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders and primary and secondary lesions, such as skin abrasions, foot problems such as corns and callouses, decubitus ulcers, bacterial, parasitic and viral skin infections, scaling popular diseases, and benign tumors.
• Documents any pressure sores or other problems accurately with proper size, stage, site, length, width, depth, presence of drainage, discoloration, etc.
• Photographs pressure sores, extensive skin problems initially when identified and as indicated to document improvement or deterioration, and upon admission.
• Performs a weekly body check on all residents and submits a complete copy to the DON. Immediately calls physicians for appropriate treatment order on skin problems when identified and as needed.
• Maintains a pressure sore profile for every pressure ulcer, updated weekly and needed to reflect accurate measurement and progress, and ensures residents receive appropriate prophylaxis and treatment.
• Ensures that pain medication are provided prior to any resident’s treatments.
• Confers with the Care Planning Team in the development of the care plan.
• Initiates requests for consultation or referrals as needed.
• Responds to requests from the resident, physician, or nursing staff.
• Monitors and treats skin conditions per physician’s orders.
• Assists with dining program supervision as needed.
• Gives direct physical and psychological nursing care in emergencies, as well as in the presence of illness or disability in order to maintain life, provide comfort, reduce stress, and enhance the resident's ability to cope.
• Provides teaching to resident and family members of prevention and treatment of skin conditions.
• Maintains the confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Ensures that all nursing care is provided in privacy and that nursing service personnel knock before entering the resident's room.
• Provides treatment for skin disorders within established wound care protocol.
• Monitors the use of preventive measures such as appropriate bed/mattress with proper turning and positioning.
• Answers signal lights, bells, or intercom system promptly to determine patients’ needs.
• Monitors condition changes and properly documents and follows-up as necessary.
• Maintains a skin rash log and updates as necessary.
• Monitors and assesses the surgical site (staples, sutures, drainage).
• Monitors and assesses the in-dwelling catheter (tubing, sediment, blood).
• Monitors and assesses resident chest tube, Jackson Pratt, tracheotomy, colostomy, etc.
• Reports skin breakdown (new and decline) to physician and family in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties or functions as assigned by the DON, Administrator, or RN.

Certificates, Licenses, and Requirements:

• Valid California LVN License
• Current BLS or CPR Certification
• Full vaccination against COVID-19 (with booster if applicable)

Pay: TBD and offered during interview

About the Employer:

Sherman Oaks Health and Rehab Center is dedicated to meeting the social, physical and emotional needs of our residents. The responsibility of caring for our residents takes many forms. All have one goal: Helping each individual attain their highest level of independence and well-being.

Located at:

Sherman Village Heath Center: 14401 Huston St, Sherman Oaks Ca 91423

Schedule an interview today by Texting/Calling Facility Recruiter Val 661-625-6989(Monday-Friday 10:00 AM-3:00 PM). We are looking forward to meeting you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Surgery
• Wound Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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