Treatment Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN) (Wound Care)

Life Care Centers of America; Riverview (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a dedicated LPN Treatment Nurse for their Riverview, MI location. The role involves providing quality nursing care to patients, focusing on skin care and geriatrics, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. Join a team where your contributions make a difference!

Benefits

Two BCBS policies

Delta Dental

Davis Vision

Earn up to 23 days off per year

Qualifications

• Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license in good standing.
• Prior wound care experience preferred.
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary skin care to patients under medical supervision.
• Identifies and manages specific skin disorders.
• Collaborates with nursing team for patient education.

Skills

Independent decision-making

Customer service

Team collaboration

Reasoning skills

Integrity

Education

Attended an accredited LPN program

Currently licensed/registered in applicable state

CPR certification

Job description

Live the Mission Join our team of Champions and enjoy working where you matter! We offer a range of benefits including two BCBS policies, Delta Dental, and Davis Vision. Earn up to 23 days off per year with our PTO accrual program. Position Summary

The LPN Treatment Nurse provides primary skin care to patients under the medical direction and supervision of patients’ attending physicians and registered nurse, as indicated, in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Attended an accredited LPN program
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Prior wound care experience preferred
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Knowledgeably and competently deliver quality nursing care to patients
• Identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders and primary/secondary lesions
• Work with nursing team to educate CNAs as to proper positioning, training, and skin care
• Identify changes in patients’ conditions and report changes to DON
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer