Wound Nurse Rn/Lpn

Northern Nevada State Veteran's Home is currently searching for a Wound Nurse RN/LPN to join our team!

Overview:

Coordinator of the center's wound team to oversee the general application of the skin management program.

Required Education and Experience

• Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nevada.

• Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.

• Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.

• Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.

• Ability to relate positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.

• Possess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with long-term care residents and the elderly.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

• Meet all health requirements, as required by law.

• Must be able capable of maintaining regular attendance.

• Demonstrate basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications.

• Demonstrate understanding of State and Federal rules and regulations that govern the practices within the facility.

Essential Functions

• Resident Assessment

• Develops Plan of Care

• Implements Plan of Care

• Evaluates Plan of Care

• Delivers Resident Care

• Supervision

• Customer Service

• Resident's Rights

• HIPAA

• Resident Comfort & Safety

• Pharmacy Knowledge

• Lab Values

• Continuing Education

• Safety

• Competencies