Full Time Treatment Nurse

Whitney Oaks Care Center in; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Saskatchewan is seeking a Full Time Treatment Nurse to provide comprehensive dermatological care to residents. The successful candidate will evaluate skin disorders, collaborate with a team of health professionals, and ensure the wellbeing of residents through effective nursing practices. A valid nursing license and experience in patient care are essential for this role. This position offers opportunities for professional development and training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid nursing license to practice.
• Experience in long-term care settings is preferred.
• Familiarity with dermatological conditions and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat residents with skin disorders.
• Prepare reports for the medical team concerning resident care.
• Assist in resident rehabilitation activities.

Skills

Patient care

Health assessment

Dermatological knowledge

Communication

Education

Nursing license

Bachelor's in Nursing or related field

Job description

Full Time Treatment Nurse (Healthcare)

Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the DON concerning the status and care of the residents.

• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
• Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access the facility's information system.
• Work with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team in developing a comprehensive assessment and care plan for assigned residents.
• Serve on, participate in, and attend various other committees of the facility (e.g., Policy Advisory) as required, and as appointed by the Administrator.
• Provide written and/or oral status reports of residents that you are treating.
• Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to the medical activities of the facility and the skin care of residents.
• Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee, interdepartmental, and public relations.
• Maintain an effective, friendly working relationship with health professionals, physicians, consultants, and family members involved.
• Meet with and solicit advice from the Medical Director, Director of Nursing Services, and nursing staff concerning the dermatologic care of residents.
• Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents.
• Identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders and primary and secondary lesions, such as skin abrasions, foot problems such as corns and callouses, decubitus ulcers, bacterial, parasitic and viral skin infections, scaling popular diseases, and benign tumors.
• Provide assessment and diagnostic services to residents, including observation, inspection, and palpation.
• Complete a quarterly physical dermatologic examination of residents and record the results with the assessment.
• Provide therapeutic services and confer with the Care Planning Team in developing the care plan.
• 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.
• Ensure residents with decubitus ulcers receive appropriate prophylaxis and treatment, including daily inspection, turning, activity, a well-planned diet, and maintaining a clean, dry bed.
• Administer direct physical and psychological nursing care in emergencies and in the presence of illness or disability to maintain life, provide comfort, reduce stress, and help residents cope.
• Assist in the admission or discharge of residents.
• Work with other health agencies and family members during transitions of admission, care, and discharge.
• Assist in resident rehabilitation activities, including performing range of motion exercises, assisting in ambulation, providing emotional support, and monitoring physical therapy results.
• Participate in in-service training and continuing education programs to stay current with professional developments and maintain licensure.
• Monitor the inventory of medications, supplies, and equipment to ensure availability of skin care products.
• Use all personal protective equipment appropriately, including masks, gowns, gloves, and back braces.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and report any unauthorized disclosures.
• Report any complaints or grievances from residents regarding nursing or medical care, keeping written records of actions taken.
• Honor residents' treatment refusal requests in accordance with facility policies and advance directives.
• Report and investigate all allegations of resident abuse and misappropriation of property.