RN Wound Nurse

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Job description

The RN Wound Nurse is an integral part of the Nurse Management team with the following duties:
Establishes standards of care, competencies, policies and procedures in quality, cost-efficient, and effective skin care wound management for all clinical staff, including: Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Physical Therapist, working with physicians.
Empowers all clinical staff to effectively assess wounds, recommend appropriate protocols, and advocates with physicians.
Educates staff on protocols that preserve integrity of the skin and promote wound healing.
Oversees the ulcer prevention and management program including tracking and reporting pressure ulcers. Acquisition and appropriate use of specialty beds and other pressure reduction devices, compression devices and wound vacuum systems.
Identifies patient's needs and communicates that need to the patient's physician.
Provides basic wound care training and orientation to all new nursing and therapy staff on hire; provides ongoing in-services and training relating to skin and wound care.
Participates in performance improvement activities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
Nursing home
Skilled nursing facility

Work Location: In person

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