What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Nurse - Full-Time position at Franciscan Villa Senior Living?
Come work for a company that cares and appreciates its staff and help us
strive to be the difference makers and a guiding light in our profession. We
are searching for attentive, kindhearted health professionals regardless of the
position to help us care for our phenomenal residents.
Remarkable benefits our staff can expect:
Competitive Wages
Comprehensive benefits- Medical, Vision, Dental
Insure Oklahoma- Subsidies to eligible employees
Maternity Leave- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
401 K Plan
PTO
Holiday Pay
Life Insurance
Referral Bonus Program
Flexible Spending & Daycare Account
Employee Monthly Appreciation Activities
Perfect Attendance Bonus for Full-time Hourly Staff
ON DEMAND PAY- (PayActiv - access to weekly pay!)
Education Assistance- That’s right, we will support you as you go back to
school. We believe in you!
Exclusive discounts:
AT&T & Verizon
Insight & Dell
Staples
United Moving Services
OKRIN & Sherwin Williams
AMC Movies
Premium Seats USA (concert & sports events)
LMT Club & Member Auto Buying by TrueCar
Abenity Travel Center
Six Flags
Harry & David Gifts & Godiva
General Purpose
Provide direct nursing care to the residents and supervise the day-to-day
nursing activities performed by nursing assistants and CMAs. Such supervision
must be in accordance with the Nurse Practice Acts and current Federal, State,
and Local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and
as may be required by the Director of Nursing to maintain the highest degree of
quality care at all times.
Qualifications: - Licensed Practical Nurse with current state license
- A nursing degree from an accredited college or
university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/RN program.
- Two years of experience as an LPN/RN.
- Must also meet state requirements for relevant
licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect
against professional license.
- Continuing education in wound care and pressure injury
staging required. Certification in wound care preferred, but not required.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Identifies, manages, and treats specific skin conditions, such as
pressure injuries; diabetic, venous, or arterial ulcers; and traumatic or
complicated wounds.
Provide wound care on assigned residents, in accordance with physician
orders, following manufacturer recommendations and appropriate techniques.
Completes a thorough and accurate wound assessment upon notification of
wound. Completes follow-up assessments weekly and as needed. Documents all
assessments in the medical record.
Confers with the care plan team in the development of the comprehensive
care plan.
Documents resident care problems, abnormal findings, and changes in
resident’s condition. Report to physician, supervisor, and
resident/representative.
Monitors implementation of preventive measures such as
turning/positioning, pressure relief devices, nutrition/hydration measures, and
toileting/incontinence care.
Provides education to resident/representative as needed on topics
concerning nutrition, preventive measures, and wound healing.
Provides status reports to Director of Nursing weekly.
Additional Assigned Tasks
Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all
residents’ rights.
Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies
and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal
regulations and guidelines.
Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect
residents and themselves.
Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including
verbal, written, and electronic communications.
Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches
in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or
discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property,
exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator.
Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious
materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.
Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of
the facility’s emergency plan.
Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills
competency.
Attends or participates in continuing education related to wound
management. Completes all assigned training and skills competency, as
determined by the facility assessment and facility training plans.
Obtains physician orders for care and treatment of wounds. Transcribes
and initiates orders appropriately. Orders special treatment supplies and
equipment, with supervisor approval.
Administers medication, as needed, per facility policy and licensure
regulations, and complete the appropriate documentation.
Assists with discharge planning through identification of discharge needs
and providing resident/family education as needed.
Uses proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to
residents.
Performs administrative duties as assigned.
Serves on, participates in, and attends committee meetings as required or
appointed.
Assists with admission, discharge, or care of residents as needed.