Treatment Nurse - Lpn/Rn

To administer all house and physician prescribed treatments to residents, as well as supporting the charge nurse in the care-giving needs of the residents.

Description of Required Duties and Tasks:

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.

• Administer all treatments, house or physician orders to residents.

• Accurately record in treatment book all treatments and changes in condition of area being treated.

• Keep treatment cart clean and well-stocked with supplies.

• Observe for changes in resident's condition and take appropriate action.

• Determine the practical application of specific procedures for individual residents.

• Closely monitor, report and maintain records of procedures, incidents, and corrective actions.

• Wash hands and conduct other infection control methods between treatments, resident, and as often as necessary.

• Document and chart facts and information in a professional, clear, and comprehensive manner.

• Recognize and respond to changes in residents' conditions and document observations, interventions, and outcomes.

• Recognize, intervene and report accidents and incidents when they occur.

• Participate in care plans as appropriate.

• Recognize, intervene, and/or report complaints and grievances from residents, family members, visitors, and employees

• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions, and other information relating to residents, employees and the facility.

• Follow the established universal precautions and isolation procedures.

• Encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in residents' personal and health care needs.

Required Skills:

• Attend and participate in orientation programs, on-going training and educational classes.

• Inventory and request infection control equipment, supplies, etc.

• Assist in updating written policies and procedures on infection control of the facility.

• Participate in surveys made by authorized government agencies.

• Complete medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor