A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
Lead Skin Integrity and Wound Care Nurse -LPN Rio Rancho Center - 3.0 Rio Rancho, NM Job Details Full-time $34 - $37 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Pet insurance
Qualifications LPN Full Job Description Overview:
At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities:
The Skin Health Team Lead, the Genesis title for a Wound Care Nurse, develops and facilitates a person-centered team approach to patient/resident care related to the prevention and management of wounds within the nursing center. Report directly to the Director of Nursing (DON) with dotted line to the Nursing Home Administrator. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to effectively communicate with family members/responsible parties/authorized representatives and patients/residents regarding the prevention and management of skin and wounds as well as the change in patient/resident condition and overall residency experience. Coordinate and lead weekly team wound rounds and post-meet-ups for follow up discussions. Train staff in all areas related to skin and wound; such as aseptic technique, measuring and evaluating, recognizing wound types, skin checks, turning and positioning, treatments and interventions. Along with the designated SHTL and DON communicate with appropriate staff and coordinate readiness for any potential patient/resident admissions with skin/wound needs. Serve as 'Surface Specialist' (bed/chair), negative pressure wound therapy, and the incontinence and ostomy resource Act as a clinical expert for skin, wound, and incontinent products and provide oversight for Durable Medical Equipment related to the prevention and management of wounds; such as surfaces, negative pressure.
Qualifications:
LPN Completion of Skin Health Team Lead orientation training within 90 days of hire is required. Must complete of Wound Basics within 90 days of hire. Commitment to complete Advanced Wound Training and completion of a national accredited Wound Certification within 1 year of hire is a must. For those hired with wound certification, completion of a fast-track hybrid program for regulatory wound care requirements will be provided
Benefits:
Variable compensation plans Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts Employee Assistance Program to support mental health Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you've already earned We also offer several voluntary insurances such as: Pet Insurance Term and Whole Life Insurance Short-term Disability Hospital Indemnity Personal Accident Critical Illness Cancer Coverage Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
