LVN Treatment Nurse

LVN Treatment Nurse Job Summary: Astoria Healthcare Center, a 98-bed skilled nursing facility in Sylmar, CA, is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled LVN Treatment Nurse to join our team. As a Treatment Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our residents by administering treatments and therapies as prescribed by their attending physicians. Responsibilities: Assess residents' skin conditions and identify any skin problems or pressure ulcers Initiate treatment orders and ensure that all skin conditions have corresponding treatment plans Perform weekly skin assessments and submit findings to the Administrator, Director of Nursing, MDS Coordinator, Dietary Consultant, and Physical Therapist Document skin assessment findings and treatment orders on a weekly basis Notify attending physicians and Director of Nursing Services of any changes in a resident's skin condition or non-response to treatment Order medication and treatment from pharmacy as prescribed by the attending physician Consult with skin care consultant regarding special bed needs and monitor oxygen supply Review monthly charges before submission to Business Office and monitor equipment and supply usage Attend in-service classes, meetings, and seminars as required Maintain a clean and organized treatment cart and notify Director of Nursing Services of any skin problems that develop in the facility Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (LVN/LPN) Current licensure as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of California Minimum of one year's experience in a skilled nursing care facility Ability to read, write, and speak English Possess mental and physical health What We Offer: Opportunity to work with a compassionate and dedicated team Variety of challenging and rewarding responsibilities Professional growth and development opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr