- Looking for dedicated PRN relief Nurse Position experience based starting pay
A nursing degree from an accredited college or university or be a graduate of an approved LPN/RN program.
Two years of experience as an LPN/RN.
Eligible to participate in federally funded health care programs.
Must also meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license.
Continuing education in wound care and pressure injury staging required. Certification in wound care preferred but not required.
Identifies, manages, and treats specific skin conditions, such as pressure injuries; diabetic, venous, or arterial ulcers; and traumatic or complicated wounds.
Provide wound care on assigned residents, in accordance with physician orders, following manufacturer recommendations and appropriate techniques.
Completes a thorough and accurate wound assessment upon notification of wound. Completes follow-up assessments weekly and as needed. Documents all assessments in the medical record.
Confers with the care plan team in the development of the comprehensive care plan.
Documents resident care problems, abnormal findings, and changes in resident’s condition. Report to physician, supervisor, and resident/representative.
Monitors implementation of preventive measures such as turning/positioning, pressure relief devices, nutrition/hydration measures, and toileting/incontinence care.
Provides education to resident/representative as needed on topics concerning nutrition, preventive measures, and wound healing.
Provides status reports to Director of Nursing weekly.
Christian Care of Muskegon is a dedicated non-profit organization that has been serving the elderly community for over a century. We pride ourselves on providing individualized care in a warm, home-like environment, guided by our Christian values of compassion, skill, and knowledge.
