West Valley Post Acute in
Treatment Nurse- Full Time
West Valley Post Acute in, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Treatment Nurse - Full Time (Healthcare)
Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the DON concerning the status and care of the residents.
Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access the facility's information system.
Work with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team in developing a comprehensive assessment and care plan for assigned residents.
Serve on, participate in, and attend various other committees of the facility (e.g., Policy Advisory) as required, and as appointed by the Administrator.
Provide written and/or oral status reports of residents that you are treating.
Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to the medical activities of the facility and the skin care of residents.
Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee, interdepartmental, and public relations.
Maintain an effective, friendly working relationship with health professionals, physicians, consultants, and family members involved.
Meet with and solicit advice from the Medical Director, Director of Nursing Services, and nursing staff concerning the dermatologic care of residents.
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents.
Identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders and primary and secondary lesions, such as skin abrasions, foot problems such as corns and callouses, decubitus ulcers, bacterial, parasitic and viral skin infections, scaling diseases, and benign tumors.
Provide assessment and diagnostic services to residents, including observation, inspection, and palpation.
Complete quarterly physical dermatologic examinations of residents and record the results with the assessment.
Provide therapeutic services and confer with the Care Planning Team in developing the care plan.
Provide treatment within established protocols under the supervision of the physician for uncomplicated dermatologic disorders as directed by the attending physician or Medical Director.
Ensure residents with decubitus ulcers receive appropriate prophylaxis and treatment, such as daily inspection, turning, activity, a well-planned diet, and maintaining a clean, dry bed.
Administer direct physical and psychological nursing care in emergencies and during illness or disability to maintain life, provide comfort, reduce stress, and support residents' coping abilities.
Assist in the admission or discharge of residents, coordinating with other health agencies and family members as necessary.
Assist in resident rehabilitation activities, including performing range of motion exercises, assisting in ambulation, providing emotional support, and monitoring physical therapy results.
Participate in in-service training and continuing education programs to stay current with professional developments and maintain licensure.
Monitor inventory of medications, medical supplies, and equipment to ensure adequate skin care products are available.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment, including masks, gowns, gloves, and back braces when lifting.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information, including protected health information, and report any unauthorized disclosures.
Report and document resident complaints or grievances regarding nursing or medical care, including actions taken.
Respect residents' treatment refusals in accordance with facility policies and advance directives.
Report and investigate all allegations of resident abuse and misappropriation of property.
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Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the DON concerning the status and care of the residents.
Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access the facility's information system.
Work with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team in developing a comprehensive assessment and care plan for assigned residents.
Serve on, participate in, and attend various other committees of the facility (e.g., Policy Advisory) as required, and as appointed by the Administrator.
Provide written and/or oral status reports of residents that you are treating.
Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to the medical activities of the facility and the skin care of residents.
Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee, interdepartmental, and public relations.
Maintain an effective, friendly working relationship with health professionals, physicians, consultants, and family members involved.
Meet with and solicit advice from the Medical Director, Director of Nursing Services, and nursing staff concerning the dermatologic care of residents.
Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents.
Identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders and primary and secondary lesions, such as skin abrasions, foot problems such as corns and callouses, decubitus ulcers, bacterial, parasitic and viral skin infections, scaling diseases, and benign tumors.
Provide assessment and diagnostic services to residents, including observation, inspection, and palpation.
Complete quarterly physical dermatologic examinations of residents and record the results with the assessment.
Provide therapeutic services and confer with the Care Planning Team in developing the care plan.
Provide treatment within established protocols under the supervision of the physician for uncomplicated dermatologic disorders as directed by the attending physician or Medical Director.
Ensure residents with decubitus ulcers receive appropriate prophylaxis and treatment, such as daily inspection, turning, activity, a well-planned diet, and maintaining a clean, dry bed.
Administer direct physical and psychological nursing care in emergencies and during illness or disability to maintain life, provide comfort, reduce stress, and support residents' coping abilities.
Assist in the admission or discharge of residents, coordinating with other health agencies and family members as necessary.
Assist in resident rehabilitation activities, including performing range of motion exercises, assisting in ambulation, providing emotional support, and monitoring physical therapy results.
Participate in in-service training and continuing education programs to stay current with professional developments and maintain licensure.
Monitor inventory of medications, medical supplies, and equipment to ensure adequate skin care products are available.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment, including masks, gowns, gloves, and back braces when lifting.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information, including protected health information, and report any unauthorized disclosures.
Report and document resident complaints or grievances regarding nursing or medical care, including actions taken.
Respect residents' treatment refusals in accordance with facility policies and advance directives.
Report and investigate all allegations of resident abuse and misappropriation of property.
This job posting appears to be active and does not contain any indications of expiration.
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