Infection Control/Wound Nurse

Ryders Health Management; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Staff training opportunities

Job summary

The Lord Chamberlain Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Stratford, Connecticut is seeking an Infection Control/Wound Nurse. You will provide expert wound care and lead infection prevention initiatives within our post-acute care team.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assess wounds, implement evidence-based treatments, educate staff, and help maintain a safe, clean environment for residents and colleagues. Current CT RN license required; new grads welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Connecticut is required.
• Experience in infection control and wound care preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wound assessments and develop care plans for complex wounds.
• Apply evidence-based wound care treatments to promote healing and prevent complications.
• Maintain accurate records of interventions and patient progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on infection control issues.
• Educate staff on infection control and wound care best practices.
• Support quality improvement initiatives in wound care and infection control.

Skills

Infection control

Wound care

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

CT RN license

Job description

Infection Control/Wound Nurse

Committed to Excellence in Post-Acute Care

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Infection Control/Wound Nurse to join our team at Lord Chamberlain Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Stratford, Connecticut. As a leader in post-acute care, we provide a full continuum of services to our patients, and our Infection Control/Wound Nurse plays a vital role in ensuring the highest level of quality care.

About the Role:

As an Infection Control/Wound Nurse, you will be responsible for providing expert wound care and infection prevention services to our patients. Your expertise will help us maintain a safe and clean environment for our patients, residents, and staff. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team to identify and address wound care and infection control issues, and develop effective plans to prevent and manage these issues.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct wound assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients with complex wounds
• Implement evidence-based wound care treatments to promote healing and prevent complications
• Develop and maintain accurate records of wound care interventions and patient progress
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to identify and address infection control issues
• Provide education and training to staff on infection control and wound care best practices
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve wound care and infection control outcomes
• Contribute to the development and implementation of infection control policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure in the state of Connecticut
• Minimum 2 years of experience in infection control/wound care (new grads welcome to apply!)
• Strong knowledge of wound care and infection prevention principles and practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Why Join Our Team:

At Lord Chamberlain Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, we are committed to excellence in post-acute care. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, ongoing training and professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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