The Pines Retirement of Baton Rouge is seeking a dedicated Treatment RN for the weekends!
Weekend Registered Nurse (RN) - Treatment Focus
Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment & Care: Perform comprehensive assessments, monitor vital signs, and document resident conditions, reporting changes to physicians and unit managers.
Wound Care Specialist: Manage all aspects of wound care, including assessing skin breakdown, applying treatments, educating staff/residents, documenting wound status, and completing quality assurance reports.
Medication & Treatment Administration: Administer medications and treatments as ordered, transcribing physician orders accurately.
Care Plan Management: Implement and coordinate care plans, ensuring adherence to physician orders, facility policies, and federal/state guidelines.
Supervision & Delegation: Oversee and guide nursing assistants (CNAs) in providing care, ensuring proper skin prevention programs and daily tasks are completed.
Documentation: Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely clinical records and reports.
Communication: Act as a liaison between residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team.
Emergency Response: Provide prompt response to urgent physical and emotional needs and manage emergency situations.
Education: Educate residents and families on self-care techniques and treatment plans.
Qualifications:
Current, valid RN license.
Experience in long-term care or SNF setting preferred.
Strong assessment, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.