Our Treatment Nurse is responsible for the skin and wound care of residents with an

emphasis on prevention and treatment of skin disorders.

Our Treatment Nurse follows the established nursing Care Plan and makes appropriate adjustments as resident care

needs and/or physician orders change.

DUTIES

1. Identifies, plans, implements, and evaluates skin care in residents.

2. Identifies, manages, and treats specific skin disorders.

3. Performs evaluation using observation and inspection techniques.

4. Confers with the Care Planning Team in the development of the Care Plan.

5. Provides and documents treatment for skin disorders within established wound

care protocol and monitors ongoing skin and wound treatments.

6. Monitors the use of preventive measures such as inspection, turning and

positioning.

7. Assists in modifying the treatment regimen to meet the needs of the resident in

accordance with established medical practices, the regulatory guidelines and the

policies and goals of this Facility.

8. Provides information to resident and caregivers on prevention techniques and

other ways to maintain or improve the general health and psychosocial status of

the residen

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an approved school of nursing; current nursing license

to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the state. Experience in skin care is required and wound care certification is a plus.