Highline Post Acute is Hiring a Treatment Nurse - LPN!
If you want to work for an awesome building, then Highline Post Acute is the place for you! At Highline Post Acute, caring is our main concern. Our organization is built on the premise that the most effective way to provide compassionate care is to:
Maintain high medical integrity
Foster a team spirit among staff
Create friendly, beautiful surroundings for our residents and their visitors
What to expect:
Accurately observe and assess wounds and pressure sores with prompt notification of physicians of lack of progress in healing or deterioration with the current treatment and or signs/symptoms of infection.
Ensure appropriate wound care management services are included in the plan to promote healing which incudes but are not limited special mattresses and nutritional supplements.
Assist in preparing and updating care plans for treatment-related issues.
Assist physicians and other healthcare providers when making visits and conducting examinations.
Communicate with physicians and other health professionals regarding resident care, treatment and condition.
Notify family and attending physicians of significant treatments related issues regarding their residents including: a. Sudden and/or marked adverse changes in skin condition or wounds; b. Any untoward response to as well as unavailability or refusal of any medication or treatment; c. Any treatment error that presents a significant risk; and d. The inability to timely obtain or administer any treatment-related medication, equipment, supplies or services as prescribed which poses a significant risk;
Participate in the orientation and on-going training of nursing staff.
Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to LPN Supervisor and /or Director of Nursing (DON).
Monitor patient's condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
Observe and interpret patient's symptoms and communicate them to physicians
Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients' charts
Requirements:
Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in Colorado
Wound Care experience required
2 years or more experience preferably in a long-term care facility.
CPR certification
Ability to pass a criminal background check as well as Colorado CAPS background check
COVID vaccine required or valid exemption
Our Benefits
Competitive pay
Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)