LVN Treatment Nurse

Workstream; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Capital Post-Acute is a Sacramento-based skilled nursing facility seeking a Treatment Nurse to perform patient skin care, medical assessments, and document treatment plans under the DON and physicians. You will support modifications to treatment regimens to meet patient needs and collaborate with the care team.

The role emphasizes accurate charting, timely orders, and compassionate patient interactions. CPR/First Aid certification and CA LVN licensure are required; prior healthcare experience is

Qualifications

• Current California LVN license.
• Previous nursing or healthcare experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certified.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in all work-related situations.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment and therapeutic services per physician orders.
• Consults with DON, Medical Director and other team members to develop treatment plans.
• Examines patient records and refers to physicians as needed.
• Assesses skin conditions, documenting stages and problems.
• Performs weekly skin and other examinations and records results.
• Ensures residents with ulcers receive proper prophylaxis and care.
• Completes medical forms, reports and charting.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary team on wound management and dietary changes.
• Educates residents and families on prevention and general health.
• Provides reports and recommendations to attending physician and leaders.
• Orders medications/equipment as needed and ensures timely care.
• Audits treatment sheets and maintains accurate documentation.
• Attends meetings and collaborates with staff as assigned.
• Treats all residents with kindness, patience and encouragement.

Skills

Outstanding communication

Calm under pressure

Patient care

Education

California LVN license

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Treatment Nurse

Position Summary

Treatment Nurse is responsible for patient/resident skin care and other medical assessments, treatments and documentation, under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services (DON) and/or attending physician(s). Assists in recommending modifications of treatment regimens to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient

Qualifications

• Current California LVN
• Previous nursing or healthcare experience preferred
• CPR and First Aid certified
• Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in all work-related situations

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment and therapeutic services per physician orders
• Consults with DON, Medical Director and other members of the Care Plan Team concerning assessment evaluations, assists in developing appropriate treatment plans
• Examines patient/residents and their medical records/charts, recommending when to refer them to a physician for further evaluation or care
• Assesses skin conditions, identifying, photographing and documenting stages and any other problems upon admission/re-admission or any extended time away from the facility
• Performs weekly patient skin and other examinations as needed recording results, reporting as needed and securing/applying the corresponding treatment orders
• Ensures that residents with decubitus ulcers receive appropriate prophylaxis and treatment, such as daily inspection, turning and activity, a well-planned diet, and maintenance of clean, dry bed
• Performs administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
• Builds positive relationships with interdisciplinary team members working with kitchen staff for dietary changes, therapy on wound management, etc.
• Provides information to resident and family members on prevention techniques and other ways to maintain or improve general health and psychosocial status of resident
• Provides written and/or oral reports and recommendations to attending physician, DON and other department leaders as appropriate and necessary.
• Orders medication/equipment/treatment supplies, etc. to ensure care is provided timely
• Audits and completes treatment sheets or other required charting documentation to ensure they are updated and accurate
• Attends meetings as assigned to discuss patients’ and other facility business
• Treats everyone at work in a kind, patient, supportive and encouraging manner

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying a substantial portion of costs (voluntary supplemental plan options available)
• 401(k) with discretionary company match annually
• Company paid Basic Life and disability insurance (Buy up options available)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

*Benefits available to full-time employees.

Capital Post-Acute is a skilled nursing facility proudly serving the Sacramento, California community. Our 121-bed center offers both short-term therapy and long-term care in a supportive, comfortable environment.
When you walk through our doors, you’ll find a community built on compassion and respect. Our dedicated team is committed to meeting the needs of our residents and supporting their families every step of the way.
We look forward to the opportunity to care for you or your loved one.