Wound Care/Treatment Nurse

The Treatment Nurse is responsible for the skin and wound care of residents with an emphasis on prevention and treatment of skin disorders. The Treatment Nurse follows the established nursing Care Plan and makes appropriate adjustments as resident care needs and/or physician orders change. Assists with the duties of the staff LPN or Certified Nursing Assistant when needed.

Essential Job Duties

•  Identifies, plans, implements, and evaluates skin care in residents
• Identifies, manages, and treats specific skin disorders.
•  Provides and documents treatment for skin disorders within established wound care protocol and monitors ongoing skin and wound treatments.
• Assists in modifying the treatment regimen to meet the needs of the resident in accordance with established medical practices, the regulatory guidelines and the policies and goals of this Facility.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education/Training: Graduate of an approved school of nursing; current nursing license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the state. Experience in skin care preferred. Must have current CPR certification.