Wound/Treatment Nurse – LVN

Bakersfield Post Acute
Full-Time
Pay Range: $28.00–$32.00 per hour, based on experience

Bakersfield Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team as a full-time Wound/Treatment Nurse. This position ensures residents receive effective and efficient wound care and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The Wound/Treatment Nurse reports directly to the Director of Nursing and plays an essential role in promoting healing, maintaining skin integrity, and providing the highest quality of resident-centered care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform wound care and other treatments according to physician orders and established care plans
• Accurately assess and document wounds, pressure injuries, skin conditions, and residents’ responses to treatment
• Monitor healing progress and promptly notify physicians and nursing leadership of deterioration, infection, or lack of improvement
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely treatment records and nursing notes
• Carry out physician orders for medications, treatments, and resident care
• Provide all treatments in a manner that preserves each resident’s dignity, comfort, privacy, and self-respect
• Communicate regularly with residents and families regarding plans of care and treatment protocols
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy, dietary, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Ensure appropriate wound-management services and interventions are included in the care plan, including pressure-relieving surfaces and nutritional support
• Assist with developing and updating treatment-related care plans
• Assist physicians and other healthcare providers during resident visits and examinations
• Notify physicians and families of significant treatment-related concerns, including:
  • Sudden or significant changes in wounds or skin condition
  • Adverse responses to, refusal of, or unavailability of prescribed treatments
  • Treatment errors that may present a significant risk
  • Delays in obtaining medications, equipment, supplies, or services that may affect resident safety
• Report significant findings and changes in condition to the RN Supervisor and Director of Nursing
• Maintain an acceptable standard of nursing practice and professional conduct
• Provide reassurance and compassionate support to residents who may be anxious or distressed
• Assist with the orientation and ongoing education of nursing staff regarding wound care and treatment procedures
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections as requested
• Follow infection-prevention practices and all applicable facility, state, and federal requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assist with the overall supervision and clinical support of nursing staff
• Promote compliance with established nursing policies, treatment protocols, and standards of care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current, active, and unencumbered California LVN license
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Two or more years of nursing experience preferred
• Previous wound care, treatment nurse, skilled nursing, or long-term care experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge and experience with PointClickCare preferred
• Strong wound-assessment, documentation, communication, and customer-service skills
• Ability to read and understand clinical procedures, physician orders, and policy manuals
• Ability to evaluate problems and follow written, verbal, diagrammed, and scheduled instructions
• Must complete all continuing-education requirements and remain in good standing with the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Visual ability necessary to accurately assess wounds and resident conditions
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Continuous training and professional growth opportunities
• Supportive leadership and an excellent team environment
• Rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00–$32.00 per hour, based on experience

Bakersfield Post Acute 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.