Pacific Heights Transitional Care Center
Treatment Nurse
Pacific Heights Transitional Care Center, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Looking for an experienced treatment nurse (TX), preferably an RN.
Our Mission:
We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.
Position Summary Treatment Nurse is responsible for patient/resident skin care and other medical assessments, treatments and documentation, under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services and/or attending physician(s). Assists in recommending modifications of treatment regimens to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident, in accordance with established medical practices, federal and state regulations and company policies.
Qualifications
Current state LVN or RN license
Previous nursing or healthcare experience preferred
CPR and First Aid certified
Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
Ability to remain calm and professional in all work‑related situations
Responsibilities
Provides treatment and therapeutic services per physician orders
Consults with DON, Medical Director and other members of the Care Plan Team concerning assessment evaluations, assists in developing appropriate treatment plans
Examines patient/residents and their medical records/charts, recommending when to refer them to a physician for further evaluation or care
Assesses skin conditions, identifying, photographing and documenting stages and any other problems upon admission/re‑admission or any extended time away from the facility
Performs weekly patient skin and other examinations as needed recording results, reporting as needed and securing/applies the corresponding treatment orders
Ensures that residents with decubitus ulcers receive appropriate prophylaxis and treatment, such as daily inspection, turning and activity, a well‑planned diet, and maintenance of clean, dry bed
Performs administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
Builds positive relationships with interdisciplinary team members working with kitchen staff for dietary changes, therapy on wound management, etc.
Provides information to resident and family members on prevention techniques and other ways to maintain or improve general health and psychosocial status of resident
Provides written and/or oral reports and recommendations to attending physician, DON and other department leaders as appropriate and necessary.
Orders medication/equipment/treatment supplies, etc. to ensure care is provided timely
Audits and completes treatment sheets or other required charting documentation to ensure they are updated and accurate
Attends meetings as assigned to discuss patients’ and other facility business
Treats everyone at work in a kind, patient, supportive and encouraging manner
Benefits
Competitive pay
Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying majority of costs for Medical HMO (with buy up plan options available)
401(k) with company match (company match begins after 1 year of service)
Company paid Life and disability insurance
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
Employee Assistance program
Identity Theft and Travel insurance protections
Bene‑Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….
Benefits available to full‑time employees
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are a skilled nursing facility committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive. As a top‑tier, 24‑hour nursing home in San Francisco, we pride ourselves on providing state‑of‑the‑art rehabilitation and nursing services.
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Our Mission:
We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.
Position Summary Treatment Nurse is responsible for patient/resident skin care and other medical assessments, treatments and documentation, under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services and/or attending physician(s). Assists in recommending modifications of treatment regimens to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident, in accordance with established medical practices, federal and state regulations and company policies.
Qualifications
Current state LVN or RN license
Previous nursing or healthcare experience preferred
CPR and First Aid certified
Outstanding communication (verbal and written) skills
Ability to remain calm and professional in all work‑related situations
Responsibilities
Provides treatment and therapeutic services per physician orders
Consults with DON, Medical Director and other members of the Care Plan Team concerning assessment evaluations, assists in developing appropriate treatment plans
Examines patient/residents and their medical records/charts, recommending when to refer them to a physician for further evaluation or care
Assesses skin conditions, identifying, photographing and documenting stages and any other problems upon admission/re‑admission or any extended time away from the facility
Performs weekly patient skin and other examinations as needed recording results, reporting as needed and securing/applies the corresponding treatment orders
Ensures that residents with decubitus ulcers receive appropriate prophylaxis and treatment, such as daily inspection, turning and activity, a well‑planned diet, and maintenance of clean, dry bed
Performs administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
Builds positive relationships with interdisciplinary team members working with kitchen staff for dietary changes, therapy on wound management, etc.
Provides information to resident and family members on prevention techniques and other ways to maintain or improve general health and psychosocial status of resident
Provides written and/or oral reports and recommendations to attending physician, DON and other department leaders as appropriate and necessary.
Orders medication/equipment/treatment supplies, etc. to ensure care is provided timely
Audits and completes treatment sheets or other required charting documentation to ensure they are updated and accurate
Attends meetings as assigned to discuss patients’ and other facility business
Treats everyone at work in a kind, patient, supportive and encouraging manner
Benefits
Competitive pay
Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying majority of costs for Medical HMO (with buy up plan options available)
401(k) with company match (company match begins after 1 year of service)
Company paid Life and disability insurance
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
Employee Assistance program
Identity Theft and Travel insurance protections
Bene‑Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….
Benefits available to full‑time employees
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are a skilled nursing facility committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive. As a top‑tier, 24‑hour nursing home in San Francisco, we pride ourselves on providing state‑of‑the‑art rehabilitation and nursing services.
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