Treatment Nurse – LVN

Kern River Transitional Care
Full-Time
Pay Range: $28.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience

Kern River Transitional Care is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team as a full-time Treatment Nurse. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical and documentation skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to providing high-quality, resident-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform wound assessments and provide treatments according to physician orders and established care plans
• Monitor residents for changes in skin condition, wounds, pressure injuries, and other treatment needs
• Accurately document treatments, wound measurements, progress, and changes in condition
• Notify physicians and appropriate nursing leadership of significant findings
• Ensure treatment records and physician orders are complete and current
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Assist with developing and updating individualized care plans
• Implement pressure-injury prevention and skin-integrity programs
• Educate residents, families, and staff regarding wound care and prevention
• Maintain treatment supplies and ensure equipment is clean and properly stored
• Follow infection-control practices and all applicable facility, state, and federal requirements
• Participate in care conferences, quality assurance activities, and facility surveys as needed

Qualifications

• Current California LVN license in good standing
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Previous wound care or treatment nurse experience preferred
• Skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred
• Knowledge of wound prevention, assessment, treatment, and documentation
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Compassionate, reliable, and committed to excellent resident care

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Training and professional growth opportunities
• Supportive leadership and a great team environment
• Rewarding work that makes a difference in residents’ lives

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience

Kern River Transitional Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.