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Trach/ Wound Care Nurse
Location:
Harvey, IL
Description:
JOB SUMMARY Responsible for trach c hang es , trach t i e changes, and wound care, per physician's orders and CHC policy. Assesses problems and a nti c ip a t es potential problems, and reacts a ppropri a t e l y . U nd e r s tand s and follows instructions from various practitioners, in c ludin g physicians, nurse m a na ge r s, a nd charge nur s es . Abides by the IL Nurse Practice Act and IDPH rules and regulations. RESPONSIBILITIES Administers and charts treatments and medications Maintains the treatment cart in a clean a nd o rd e rl y mann e r Makes frequent rounds to all assigned patients to assess patients and a nticipat e problems Directs team assistants as needed Documents the stage, measurements ( l e n g th , width, and depth), and condition (color, odor, drainage ) of all breakdowns in th e decubitus care book and medical record. Notifies the physician of all new-onset breakdowns by completing an Encounter Monitors the healing process of all breakdowns; notifies nursing management a nd physician, using the Encounter Form, of Completes trach tube changes per trach change schedule and CHC procedures and documents same in the medical r eco rd , o n the MAR, a nd check to chart . Documents problems or issues on the interdisciplinary progress Maintains an extra trach and a step-down trach (per D. order) at each patient's bedside . Participates in quality improvement activities; precepts new employees and provides training for caregivers/guardians as needed Sees that all equipment is in wo rkin g order and that supplies are available Abides by CHC policies Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS IL Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse Must be able to lift and carry patients up to 50 pounds Good visual and auditory acuity; must be able to wa lk , s t a nd , s to o p, and kneel for e xt e nd e d periods Use of both arms in the provision of care; ability to move quickly from place to place Good oral and written communication skills WORKING CONDITIONS Us u a lly works in a well-lighted , well-ventilated area May come in contact with potentially infectious material
Company:
Children's Habilitation Center
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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Trach/ Wound Care Nurse is a Nurse & Healthcare Nurse Job at Children's Habilitation Center located in Harvey IL. Find other listings like Trach/ Wound Care Nurse by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Nurse Jobs.
Trach/ Wound Care Nurse is a Nurse & Healthcare Nurse Job at Children's Habilitation Center located in Harvey IL. Find other listings like Trach/ Wound Care Nurse by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Nurse Jobs.