What are the responsibilities and job description for the Treatment Nurse, LVN position at Valley Palms Care Center?
Valley Palms Care Center is seeking for an experienced Treatment Nurse to Join Our Team!
Hiring for fulltime and parttime AM shift.
- Must be woud care certified
POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of your job position is to provide primary skin care to residents in accordance with their care plan along with current federal, state, and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by the Medical Director / Attending Physician and / or the Director of Nursing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
REQUIREMENTS
Education / Licensure
RN Nursing Degree or LVN from accredited school or college
Valid RN or LVN license in good standing
Valid CPR and BLS card
Qualifications / Experience
Minimum of 6 months skilled nursing experience preferred
Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language
Ability to use computer or tablet to enter resident data
Working Conditions
May encounter frequent interruptions
May be involved with residents, family and government agencies
May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times
Is subject to callâ'back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, postâ'disaster, etc.)
May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants
May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses
May be exposed to or handle hazardous chemicals
Physical Requirements
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day
Working throughout the nursing areas
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Lifting more weight up to 100 pounds requires assistance
Ability to read fine print on tablet, progress notes and / or medical labels
