Infection Control Nurse

Come be a part of our great team at Care Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation

At Care Manor Nursing and Rehab our purpose is to provide the highest quality healthcare services and the greatest variety of healthcare options to the residents of Arkansas and surrounding communities that we serve. We strive to create the highest quality of life possible for our patients. Our lifestyle provides a warm, comfortable, and rewarding experience, not only for the patients that choose us, but for their families, our associates, and everyone who helps make us a premier healthcare provider.

We are looking for an experienced RN to function as Infection Control / Treatment Nurse to provide primary skin care to the patients under the medical direction and supervision of the patient’s attending physician, the Director of Nursing Services, or the Medical Director of the facility, with an emphasis on treatment and therapy of skin disorders. You will also assist in modifying the treatment regimen to meet the physical and psychological needs of the patient in accordance with established medical practices and the requirements of this state and the policies and goals of the facility.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Functions

• Confer with the Director of Nursing Services and/or other licensed nursing personnel regarding dermatological disorders of the patients of this facility.
• Consult with the Care Planning Team concerning assessment evaluations and assist in planning and developing the skin care treatment to be performed for the patient.
• Examine the patient and his/her records and charts, and discriminate between normal and abnormal findings, in order to recognize when to refer the patient to a physician for evaluation, supervision, or directions.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
• Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the DON concerning the status and care of patients.

Medical Care Functions

• Identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders and primary and secondary lesions, such as skin abrasions, foot problems such as corns and calluses, decubitus ulcers, bacterial, parasitic and viral skin infections, scaling diseases, and benign tumors.
• Provide assessment and diagnostic services to patients. Perform an assessment evaluation using techniques including observation, inspection, and palpation.
• Provide, within established protocols and under the supervision of the physician, treatment for uncomplicated dermatologic disorders as directed by the attending physician or Medical Director.
• Assist in the admission and discharge of patients.
• Assist patients in rehabilitation and restorative nursing care activities.
• Provide information regarding prevention techniques and other ways to maintain or improve the general health and psychological state of patients.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.

Care Manor is an EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• LPN or RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person