LPN/LVN Skin Integrity Nurse - Behavioral Health - All Shifts

STG International; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate LPN/LVN Skin Integrity Nurse to join their dedicated team caring for veterans. This role involves managing skin health, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring compliance with professional standards. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree, a passion for patient care, and a commitment to improving the lives of veterans. With a focus on quality assurance and professional development, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of those who served our country.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Generous PTO Policy

Qualifications

• 1+ year of supervisory experience in healthcare.
• Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
• Current active license as RN or LPN/LVN in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and document residents' skin conditions.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary team regarding care.
• Maintain accurate wound care reports and participate in QAPI.

Skills

Skin Assessment

Patient Care

Communication

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Education

Nursing Degree

LPN/LVN Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

LPN/LVN Skin Integrity Nurse - Behavioral Health - All shifts

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Category

Residential Health

Job Location

2249 Vinson Highway SE, Milledgeville, Georgia

Tracking Code

14823

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

STGi is seeking a LPN/LVN Skin Integrity Nurse to provide services at our Georgia War Veterans Home. GWVH will be opening a new unit that will be dedicated to the needs related to diagnoses of Veterans with PTSD, TBI, history of behavioral disorders, and substance use issues. If you have compassion and a passion to care for Veterans, this could be the job for you!

JOB SUMMARY:

The LPN/LVN Skin Integrity Nurse is responsible for managing the skin program at the Georgia War Veteran's Home. This position involves evaluating residents' skin conditions, providing care and treatments as per physician orders, and maintaining compliance with professional standards of practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Skin Assessment and Care:

*Evaluate residents' skin conditions and provide care and related treatments in accordance with physician orders and professional standards of practice.

*Measure skin areas and document findings in the resident's medical record.

*Initiate and update care plans related to skin health.

Communication and Collaboration:

*Communicate with physicians, residents, family members, charge nurse, and other interdisciplinary team members regarding resident status as appropriate.

*Follow up with physicians to report resident skin impairments, transcribe and follow up with new orders.

*Organize and conduct wound rounds with the center-specific wound consultant.

Documentation and Reporting:

*Maintain up-to-date and accurate wound care reports, utilizing available computer programs.

*Take responsibility for the prevention and healing of skin impairments.

*Participate in regularly scheduled meetings to discuss residents with pressure injuries.

Quality Assurance:

*Participate in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as assigned.

*Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to assure accurate resident evaluation and development/revisions of individualized plans of care.

Professional Development:

*Attend in-service education programs and participate in (Insert name of our online education training module) Training, as assigned, to learn new procedures and develop skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

*Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility and its premises.

*Is subject to frequent interruptions.

*Is involved with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors under all conditions/circumstances.

*Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. On call 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

Required Skills

*Must have, as a minimum, one (1) year of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.

*Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.

*Must possess a current unencumbered active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or LPN/LVN in the state of Georgia.

*Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

*Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.

Required Experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

*Must possess, as a minimum, a nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) program.

NOTE:

As part of orientation, selected candidates will receive safety care training.

All shifts for Full-time and Part-time openings.

This position is located at 2249 Vinson Highway SE, Milledgeville, GA.

STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission. STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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