Treatment Nurse - RN

Diversicare Healthcare Services - Birmingham, AL•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

The Treatment Nurse provides nursing care to residents at Diversicare of Bessemer, including administering medications, delivering physician-ordered treatments, observing and reporting resident responses, and maintaining accurate medical records. The role also includes educating residents and families, supporting and directing C.N.T.’s, and helping maintain safe, effective care practices and workplace procedures.

Requirements

Current State Board of Nursing license as an R.N. or L.P.N.
Ability to lead and motivate subordinates.
Ability to perform varied duties amid frequent changes, with a work schedule that changes daily.
Ability to work closely with residents, physicians, and staff.
Ability to work according to prescribed nursing standards.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Interest in providing service.

Responsibilities

Administer prescribed medications orally and by injection.
Provide treatments to residents according to physician orders.
Observe residents’ reactions to medications and treatments.
Ensure proper handling and storage of medications and controlled substances.
Observe, record, and report services provided.
Report changes in a resident’s condition to the supervisor and attending physician.
Document that medications and treatments were given or provided, as required by policy.
Maintain residents’ medical records through documentation, as required by policy.
Educate residents and families regarding care.
Assist in planning, supervising, and instructing C.N.T.’s; assign daily work to support positive resident outcomes.
Implement and maintain policies and procedures.
Ensure safe work practices and proper infection-control techniques are used.