Treatment Nurse - (LVN) (23478)

Paycom; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health plan options

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career growth

Compassionate culture

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Solera at West Houston in Houston, TX seeks a PRN Treatment Nurse (RN/LVN) to participate in and oversee wound care for residents, in line with physician orders and licensure scope. This role may involve direct patient care and supervising a CNA to ensure resident well-being.

The position requires a valid state nursing license and preferred experience in long-term care, with responsibilities including wound assessment, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and nurses to maintain

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN or LVN license in the applicable State.
• Minimum of one year experience in a long-term or health care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of current wound care treatments and dressings.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, treat, and document Residents' wounds according to care management and regulations.
• Ensure preventative measures to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Assist in data collection for Quality Assurance and reporting.
• Consult with Director of Nurses/Attending Physician on wound/condition changes.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Ensure care plans promote wound healing and safety.

Skills

Wound care

English proficiency

Long-term care experience

Education

RN or LVN license

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: Skilled Nursing at Solera at West Houston - Houston, TX 77084, Position Type: PRN, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Nursing , we are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.

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Job Summary

The primary purpose of the Treatment Nurse (RN/LVN) position is to participate in and oversee the wound care of Residents as prescribed by the attending physician, consistent with accepted standards of care and within the scope of RN/LVN training and licensure.

At times, this position will be responsible to provide care directly to the Resident and/or supervise the direction of this care by a Certified Nursing Assistant to ensure that the highest practical well-being is maintained by the Resident.

What We Offer You

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health plan options, dental plan options, and vision coverage
• Additional supplemental benefits (life insurance, disability, accident, etc.)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (Vacation/Sick/Holiday) for full-time positions
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• A company culture that is committed to compassionate care
• Complementary uniforms and many more perks and benefits

Qualifications

• ¨ Graduation from an accredited Nursing School and a current and valid license in the applicable State.
• ¨ Minimum of one-year experience in a long-term or health care setting is preferred.
• ¨ Knowledge of current wound care treatments and dressings.
• ¨ Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Essential Functions

• ¨ Observe, assess, treat, and documents Residents wounds according to the Resident Care Management System Skin, Federal, State, and local regulations.
• ¨ Ensures that preventative measures are utilized to prevent the development of pressure ulcers.
• ¨ Assists in the collection and documentation of data for Quality Assurance including the weekly Pressure/Non-Pressure Trending Reports.
• ¨ Consults with Director of Nurses/Attending Physician regarding changes in Residents wounds/condition.
• ¨ Receives transcribes and executes physicians' orders.
• ¨ Ensures implementation of care plans to promote wound healing.
• ¨ Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• ¨ Identifies and secures equipment and supplies for wound care.
• ¨ Ensures that each Resident's attending physician and family or responsible party is promptly notified of any significant change in the Resident's wound/ condition and this notification is documented in the medical record.
• ¨ May participate in assigning duties and ensures the delivery of appropriate clinical care by the CNA staff.
• ¨ Ensures that each Resident's accident or incident is fully documented and reported in accordance with Cantex Senior Communities Clinical Policies and Procedures and state/federal guidelines and regulations.
• ¨ Ability to function as a Team Leader/Role Model.
• ¨ Ensures a safe environment for Resident population.
• ¨ May participate in the Nurse Manager On call rotation.
• ¨ Has reviewed Cantex Senior Communities Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and knows the employee's responsibility to enforce it.

Responsible for assuring patient/resident safety

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

we are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.