The Treatment Nurse (TN) assists in planning, implementing and evaluating resident skin care needs to promote resident health. The TN communicates with other licensed staff of the facility in evaluating resident needs to decrease risk of skin breakdown, contractures, weight loss, skin tears and so forth while in the facility. The TN assists the facility to provide education and intervention to assure prevention programs are implemented. The TN assist the Nursing Department to develop, implement and revise resident's plan of care. The TN documents on records as per policy and procedures and participates in staff meetings as required. Qualifications 1. Demonstrates leadership and managerial ability balanced by strong clinical knowledge and skills. 2. Has the ability to organize, plan, and supervise the Nursing Department in coordination with other resident services. 3. Demonstrates leadership and management ability to lead the Nursing Department in a cost effective, professional manner. 4. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships and works well with the general public. 5. Is capable of implementing changes as mandated by Federal, State and management recommendations. 6. Is of good emotional, mental and physical health, having sound judgment and high professional standards. 7. Has a desire to work with the geriatric clientele as well as residents of any age and their current prospective needs. 8. Must be willing to be in the facility, working with the staff of each shift at varying times. 9. Must be willing to be in and/or available to the facility weekends as well as weekdays. 10. Must be willing to participate in the on call schedule 11. Must demonstrate ability to follow recommendations as designated by the DON 12. Must demonstrate the ability to function as a cooperative team member with all disciplines. 13. Is willing and capable of providing emergency care as needed for any resident in the facility. 14. Must have pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination as required by the state the Staff Development Nurse is employed.

Responsibilities

The Assessment Nurse works with the Director of Nursing to assure the following responsibilities are accomplished. The list is only partial and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities.

1. Provides resident treatments and special procedures as ordered.
2. Assists/performs screenings and/or evaluations of new admissions, pre-admissions and re-admissions in regards to skin care.
3. Assists in development and revision of plan of care as indicated by the resident's response to treatment and the effectiveness of the overall plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
4. Consults other department as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the resident's care.
5. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and functions under stressful situations.
6. Treats residents and their families with respect and dignity; ensures resident confidentiality and privacy.
7. Interacts professionally with resident/family and involves resident/family in the formation of the resident-centered plan of care.
8. Works closely with DON to implement and coordinate all aspects of the facilities Treatment Program
9. Provides job related staff teaching as necessary
10. Have the ability to learn computer systems, system applications and related office equipment.
11. Promotes effective work relationships with the administrator, medical staff, personnel, volunteers, agencies and management staff affiliated with the facility.
12. Attends and participates in facility meetings.
13. Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement Program.
14. Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Program.
15. Reviews Quality Measures and takes an active role in improving quality.
16. Assist with investigations and follow up of incidents, accid nts and grievances.
17. Reports immediately to DON and Facility Administrator, situations involving abuse, neglect or suspicion of a crime.
18. Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Compliance Program, HIPPA Standard and Computer Usage Agreement.
19. Performs and other responsibilities as discussed and designated by DON.