Wound/Treatment Nurse LVN Full-Time

Wound/Treatment Nurse - LVN

Bakersfield Post Acute
Full-Time
Pay Range: $28.00-$32.00 per hour, based on experience

Bakersfield Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team as a full-time Wound/Treatment Nurse.

This position ensures residents receive effective and efficient wound care and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The Wound/Treatment Nurse reports directly to the Director of Nursing and plays an essential role in promoting healing, maintaining skin integrity, and providing the highest quality of resident-centered care.
Essential Responsibilities


* Perform wound care and other treatments according to physician orders and established care plans


* Accurately assess and document wounds, pressure injuries, skin conditions, and residents' responses to treatment


* Monitor healing progress and promptly notify physicians and nursing leadership of deterioration, infection, or lack of improvement


* Maintain complete, accurate, and timely treatment records and nursing notes


* Carry out physician orders for medications, treatments, and resident care


* Provide all treatments in a manner that preserves each resident's dignity, comfort, privacy, and self-respect


* Communicate regularly with residents and families regarding plans of care and treatment protocols


* Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy, dietary, and other members of the interdisciplinary team


* Ensure appropriate wound-management services and interventions are included in the care plan, including pressure-relieving surfaces and nutritional support


* Assist with developing and updating treatment-related care plans


* Assist physicians and other healthcare providers during resident visits and examinations


* Notify physicians and families of significant treatment-related concerns, including:
+ Sudden or significant changes in wounds or skin condition
+ Adverse responses to, refusal of, or unavailability of prescribed treatments
+ Treatment errors that may present a significant risk
+ Delays in obtaining medications, equipment, supplies, or services that may affect resident safety


* Report significant findings and changes in condition to the RN Supervisor and Director of Nursing


* Maintain an acceptable standard of nursing practice and professional conduct


* Provide reassurance and compassionate support to residents who may be anxious or distressed


* Assist with the orientation and ongoing education of nursing staff regarding wound care and treatment procedures


* Participate in facility surveys and inspections as requested


* Follow infection-prevention practices and all applicable facility, state, and federal requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities


* Assist with the overall supervision and clinical s...