Nursing Care Specialist

2 months ago


Shreveport, Louisiana, United States Highland Place Rehab & Nursing Center Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nursing Care Specialist to join our team at Highland Place Rehab & Nursing Center. As a Nursing Care Specialist, you will provide high-quality nursing care to our residents, promoting their comfort, dignity, and well-being.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations.
  • Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.
  • Perform all preventive skin care, dressing changes, and wound care.
  • Monitor turning and positioning of residents.
  • Monitor the treatment of decubitus ulcers with appropriate documentation and communication to physician and family.
  • Make rounds with physician, as needed, to discuss the care of residents who are currently receiving decubitus or catheter care.
  • Assess weekly nutrition/hydration of residents with State I to Stage IV decubitus ulcers and evaluate and initiate additional nutritional intake as required.
  • Assist in resident care planning when resident is currently being monitored by treatment nurse.
  • Notify physician of new skin problems, changes of condition, and when skin conditions heal.
  • Obtain changes in physician's orders as indicated by resident's progress or lack of progress.
  • Communicate pertinent information about resident condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors, and Director of Nursing, as indicated.
  • Maintain clean, orderly treatment cart and restock treatment supplies.
  • Follow Infection Control policies and procedures.
  • Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.
  • Follow facility policies and procedures for assessment, treatment, and documentation of skin problems.
  • Document pressure sore status weekly or more often as condition changes.
  • Comply with, support, and enforce all company policies related to safety and infection control procedures, including the proper use of mechanical lifts and gait belts.
  • Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies, and equipment to ensure an adequate supply of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.
  • Understand, comply with, and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents' rights; promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information.
  • Report any complaints or grievances made by residents regarding nursing or medical care to the Director of Nursing.
Requirements
  • RN or LPN in good standing with current State license.
  • Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Basic computer knowledge and aptitude to learn company software.
  • Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and the disabled.


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