Altoona Nursing & Rehab Center
Position: Infection Control Nurse
What You Can Expect:
Our RNs love Altoona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the
meaningful ,
rewarding work
and the
excellent team environment ! If you want to grow as an RN, Altoona is where you belong!
Hi! We’re thrilled you’re thinking about joining us: At Altoona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, we put
YOU
first and offer fantastic career opportunities. Experience the
DELIGHT
of working for a company that cares about you and your career goals. Whether you are just beginning your RN career or are a seasoned RN, we want you to call Altoona Nursing & Rehabilitation Center home. You’ll enjoy a
positive ,
progressive , and
fun
place to work and reap the benefits of being a Altoona Nursing & Rehab Wound \ Infection Control Nurse (RN)
Reasons to join us:
Competitive compensation!
Tuition reimbursement assistance
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, Matching 401K, Life, and Disability
We pay for license/certificate renewals, and CEUs
Benefits effective 1st day following 30 days of employment
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Same Day Pay!
Annual Income Increases (at the discretion of the market)
Consistent support from the Regional Operations and Nursing Team
And so much more!
Here’s what you will do as a Altoona Nursing & Rehab Center Wound / Infection Control Nurse: Responsible for managing the skin program for the facility
Essential functions of position:
Assess all residents weekly to evaluate the condition of their skin and provide appropriate and required documentation
Measure all skin areas weekly and document, initiate, and update all care plan information regarding skin
Follow up with physician to report any resident skin problems that arise, and transcribe and follow up with any new orders
Perform skin and related treatments on all residents as assigned, according to Physician’s orders and in accordance with professional standards
Communicate with the physician, residents, family members, charge nurse, other interdisciplinary team members, and facility management regarding resident status as appropriate
Represent the Skin Management meeting on a weekly basis and provide needed information to direct and participate appropriately
Monitor and adjust equipment use per facility protocol and resident need
Keep an ongoing record of all facility equipment
Be available for review of new and upcoming devices that can promote healing and reduce risk of infection.
Follow skin protocol of facility and F314
Be able to provide weekly skin log, utilize computer programs available, and take responsibility for prevention, healing, and educating of residents, families, and staff in areas of need according to F314 and facility protocol
Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned
Perform in Quality improvement activities as assigned
Perform additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:
RN license preferred. (LPN by exception only) plus a minimum of 3 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must be in good standing and currently licensed by the State
Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other associates
Must be organized and efficient in order to maximize tasks and educate staff where appropriate
Must be able to preform all duties required to direct and manage the skin program for the facility
Altoona Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Altoona, IA
Shift: 8AM-4:30PM M-F / On call weekends
If you have these qualifications, we’d love to chat:
Valid RN license in the State of Iowa
Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing
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meaningful ,
rewarding work
and the
excellent team environment ! If you want to grow as an RN, Altoona is where you belong!
Hi! We’re thrilled you’re thinking about joining us: At Altoona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, we put
YOU
first and offer fantastic career opportunities. Experience the
DELIGHT
of working for a company that cares about you and your career goals. Whether you are just beginning your RN career or are a seasoned RN, we want you to call Altoona Nursing & Rehabilitation Center home. You’ll enjoy a
positive ,
progressive , and
fun
place to work and reap the benefits of being a Altoona Nursing & Rehab Wound \ Infection Control Nurse (RN)
Reasons to join us:
Competitive compensation!
Tuition reimbursement assistance
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, Matching 401K, Life, and Disability
We pay for license/certificate renewals, and CEUs
Benefits effective 1st day following 30 days of employment
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Same Day Pay!
Annual Income Increases (at the discretion of the market)
Consistent support from the Regional Operations and Nursing Team
And so much more!
Here’s what you will do as a Altoona Nursing & Rehab Center Wound / Infection Control Nurse: Responsible for managing the skin program for the facility
Essential functions of position:
Assess all residents weekly to evaluate the condition of their skin and provide appropriate and required documentation
Measure all skin areas weekly and document, initiate, and update all care plan information regarding skin
Follow up with physician to report any resident skin problems that arise, and transcribe and follow up with any new orders
Perform skin and related treatments on all residents as assigned, according to Physician’s orders and in accordance with professional standards
Communicate with the physician, residents, family members, charge nurse, other interdisciplinary team members, and facility management regarding resident status as appropriate
Represent the Skin Management meeting on a weekly basis and provide needed information to direct and participate appropriately
Monitor and adjust equipment use per facility protocol and resident need
Keep an ongoing record of all facility equipment
Be available for review of new and upcoming devices that can promote healing and reduce risk of infection.
Follow skin protocol of facility and F314
Be able to provide weekly skin log, utilize computer programs available, and take responsibility for prevention, healing, and educating of residents, families, and staff in areas of need according to F314 and facility protocol
Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned
Perform in Quality improvement activities as assigned
Perform additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:
RN license preferred. (LPN by exception only) plus a minimum of 3 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must be in good standing and currently licensed by the State
Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other associates
Must be organized and efficient in order to maximize tasks and educate staff where appropriate
Must be able to preform all duties required to direct and manage the skin program for the facility
Altoona Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Altoona, IA
Shift: 8AM-4:30PM M-F / On call weekends
If you have these qualifications, we’d love to chat:
Valid RN license in the State of Iowa
Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing
#J-18808-Ljbffr