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Job Type: Full-Time
We're looking for an energetic and experienced Woundcare Nurse that can enhance the lives of our aging population. Apply today! We accept wailk-ins at 306 Nizhoni Blvd, Gallup, NM 87301, USA
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Job Summary
The Woundcare/Treatment Nurse RN/LVN will be responsible for the center’s general application of the skin management program. Responsible for delivering safe, efficient and effective treatment to heal various types of wounds, including surgical openings, ulcers, bed sores, feeding tube sites, and abscesses. Required to assess wounds, create and implement treatment plans, monitor infections and signs of various infections, and clean wounds. Operates within the scope of practice defined by the state Nurse Practice Act.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform resident skin assessments, obtain treatment orders, administer treatment as ordered, and document appropriately to ensure that resident skin integrity is improved and/or maintained. • Administer treatments as prescribed within standard nursing practice guidelines and in full compliance with established infection control protocols.
• Documents findings appropriately and contacts physician to make recommendations for new or revised treatment orders; Monitors the progress of wound healing and makes recommendations for changes as appropriate. • Receives, transcribes and implements new treatment orders in a timely manner. • Monitors the progress of wound healing and makes recommendations for changes as appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS
Gallup Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Full Time
$84k-103k (estimate)
12/02/2023
05/10/2024