Wound Care Nurse

The Lodge at Brookline; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate health professionals to provide exceptional care to residents. This role involves direct nursing care, supervising nursing assistants, and ensuring adherence to health standards. With a focus on wound care and resident education, you'll play a vital part in enhancing the quality of life for those you serve. The company offers remarkable benefits, including competitive wages, comprehensive healthcare, and educational assistance, creating a supportive environment for professional growth. Join a dedicated team that values its staff and strives to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Comprehensive benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental

401 K Plan

PTO

Holiday Pay

Life Insurance

Referral Bonus Program

Flexible Spending & Daycare Account

Education Assistance

ON DEMAND PAY

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with a current state license required.
• Two years of experience as an LPN/RN is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and supervise nursing assistants.
• Manage and treat skin conditions and document assessments.

Skills

Patient Care

Wound Care

Communication Skills

Supervisory Skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse License

Nursing Degree

Job description

Come work for a company that cares and appreciates its staff and help us strive to be the difference makers and a guiding light in our profession. We are searching for attentive, kindhearted health professionals regardless of the position to help us care for our phenomenal residents.

Remarkable benefits our staff can expect:

1. Competitive Wages
2. Comprehensive benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental
3. Insure Oklahoma - Subsidies to eligible employees
4. Maternity Leave - Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
5. 401 K Plan
6. PTO
7. Holiday Pay
8. Life Insurance
9. Referral Bonus Program
10. Flexible Spending & Daycare Account
11. Employee Monthly Appreciation Activities
12. Perfect Attendance Bonus for Full-time Hourly Staff
13. ON DEMAND PAY - (PayActiv - access to weekly pay!)
14. Education Assistance - We will support you as you go back to school. We believe in you!

Exclusive discounts:

1. AT&T & Verizon
2. Insight & Dell
3. Staples
4. United Moving Services
5. OKRIN & Sherwin Williams
6. AMC Movies
7. Premium Seats USA (concert & sports events)
8. LMT Club & Member Auto Buying by TrueCar
9. Abenity Travel Center
10. Six Flags
11. Harry & David Gifts & Godiva

General Purpose

Provide direct nursing care to the residents and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants and CMAs. Such supervision must be in accordance with the Nurse Practice Acts and current Federal, State, and Local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing to maintain the highest degree of quality care at all times.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current state license
• A nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/RN program.
• Two years of experience as an LPN/RN.
• Must also meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license.
• Continuing education in wound care and pressure injury staging required. Certification in wound care preferred, but not required.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Identifies, manages, and treats specific skin conditions, such as pressure injuries; diabetic, venous, or arterial ulcers; and traumatic or complicated wounds.
2. Provides wound care on assigned residents, in accordance with physician orders, following manufacturer recommendations and appropriate techniques.
3. Completes a thorough and accurate wound assessment upon notification of wound. Completes follow-up assessments weekly and as needed. Documents all assessments in the medical record.
4. Confers with the care plan team in the development of the comprehensive care plan.
5. Documents resident care problems, abnormal findings, and changes in resident’s condition. Reports to physician, supervisor, and resident/representative.
6. Monitors implementation of preventive measures such as turning/positioning, pressure relief devices, nutrition/hydration measures, and toileting/incontinence care.
7. Provides education to resident/representative as needed on topics concerning nutrition, preventive measures, and wound healing.
8. Provides status reports to Director of Nursing weekly.

Additional Assigned Tasks

1. Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.
2. Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
3. Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
4. Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
5. Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
6. Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
7. Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
8. Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
9. Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
10. Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
11. As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
12. Attends or participates in continuing education related to wound management. Completes all assigned training and skills competency, as determined by the facility assessment and facility training plans.
13. Obtains physician orders for care and treatment of wounds. Transcribes and initiates orders appropriately. Orders special treatment supplies and equipment, with supervisor approval.
14. Administers medication, as needed, per facility policy and licensure regulations, and completes the appropriate documentation.
15. Assists with discharge planning through identification of discharge needs and providing resident/family education as needed.
16. Uses proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents.
17. Performs administrative duties as assigned.
18. Serves on, participates in, and attends committee meetings as required or appointed.
19. Assists with admission, discharge, or care of residents as needed.