Geriatric Treatment Nurse: Wound Care & Care Coordination

St Frances Nursing and Rehab; Oberlin (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St Frances Nursing and Rehab in Louisiana is seeking a Treatment Nurse (LPN or RN) to assess and follow up on residents' treatments, coordinate with licensed staff, and ensure prevention programs. The role supports infection control and ensures care plans are followed.

The nurse will document per facility policy, participate in staff meetings, and work with the nursing department to maintain high quality care. Strong leadership and weekend availability are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed nurse in state with required RN or LPN credential
• Wound care experience is required
• Demonstrates leadership and ability to supervise treatment plans
• Willingness to work weekends and be available for emergencies
• Maintains professional appearance and high standards

Responsibilities

• Provide treatments for residents as ordered.
• Perform special procedures as ordered.
• Assess residents for risk of skin breakdown, tears or lesions.
• Ensure CNAs can provide skin prevention programs and supervise staff.
• Complete weekly skin records with onset date, location and status.
• Complete weekly skin reports for Facility QA and discuss with DON.
• Coordinate with Nursing staff to ensure daily tasks proceed smoothly.
• Notify MD or NP weekly of wound status.
• Communicate wound status to resident or representative weekly.
• Transcribe orders for treatments as obtained.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Emergency readiness

Team player

Professionalism

Education

RN/LPN license

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

St Frances Nursing and Rehab in Louisiana is seeking a Treatment Nurse (LPN or RN) to assess and follow up on residents' treatments, coordinate with licensed staff, and ensure prevention programs. The role supports infection control and ensures care plans are followed.

The nurse will document per facility policy, participate in staff meetings, and work with the nursing department to maintain high quality care. Strong leadership and weekend availability are required.