Beacon Healthcare Group is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Wound Care Nurse position for our Moberly, MO location. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, cool-tempered, and will have experience in providing specialized care related to wound care, assessments according to regulatory guidelines. Must be organized and able to follow timelines for required assessments and report to the Director of Nursing. Our goal is to promote patient wellness by providing the highest quality of nursing care in the area. This role is as rewarding as it is demanding, but if you bring the passion, we’ll bring the paycheck.

Valley View Health & Rehabilitation is part of the Beacon Healthcare Group Family of Homes. We are committed to our most important asset, our employees. Our company culture fosters a true family-like environment, and we demonstrate our appreciation through competitive salaries, company incentives, continued education, and promoting the positivity needed to succeed in the challenging yet rewarding healthcare industry. Working at Valley View means you'll be joining a dedicated team of health professionals in an innovative, inclusive, fun, and growth-oriented setting.

Preferred License; Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Pay rate based on qualifications and experience. On call consist of every 5th day and every 5th weekend.

Responsibilities

• Record patients’ medical history accurately
• Coordinate Wound Care in association with Physician, Director of Nursing or Wound consultants.
• Update care plans with current treatments orders
• Complete assessments and document on wound care report and provide to Director of Nursing and designee.
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
• Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions.
• Direct staff as necessary

Skills

• Proven experience as RN or LPN
• Experience with the Wound Care
• Experience in long-term care settings with federal and state regulations.
• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work with a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and able to handle stress
• Successful completion of RN/LPN license program is required
• BLS certification preferred
• A true passion for caring for the elderly

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• wound care or infection control: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN/RN (Required)

Work Location: In person