Treatment Nurse

Workstream; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits – medical, dental, and

Vision coverages

401(k) with discretionary match

Company paid basic life and disability

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Workstream is seeking a Treatment Nurse responsible for patient/resident skin care and medical assessments under the direction of the DON and attending physicians. The role assists in modifying treatment regimens to meet patient needs and participates in updating care plans with the interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate is a current CA LVN with CPR/First Aid certification and strong communication skills, able to remain calm in all work-related situations.

Qualifications

• Current California LVN.
• 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 team members concerning assessments and treatment plans.
• Examines patient/residents and their medical records, recommending when to refer to a physician.
• Assesses skin conditions and documents stages and issues.
• Performs weekly patient skin and other examinations and records results.

Skills

California LVN

CPR & First Aid

Communication skills

Calm & professional

Healthcare experience

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.

The Win is a 24-hour skilled nursing facility located in Santa Clara. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals works to help patients recover from surgery, injury or serious illness.
As a team, we strive to exceed the expectations of those we serve and our purpose is to provide our patients with positive rehabilitative therapy and exceptional nursing care. We want to help patients achieve their highest possible functioning level and to assist them in returning to the lowest level of care practical.