RN Wound Nurse

Apploi; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental/Vision Insurance

AFLAC Life

AFLAC Hospital

AFLAC Short Term

AFLAC Accidental

401K

Vacation days

Sick days

Holidays

Daily Pay

Employee Recognition

Job summary

Emerald Care Center Claremore is seeking a compassionate Wound Care/Infection Preventionist Nurse to join our Nursing team. This dual-role position focuses on wound care assessment, planning, treatment, and infection surveillance for residents.

RN or LPN with active state license required; WCC and IP certifications are required or must be obtained within 30 days. Minimum 2 years of wound care experience preferred in skilled nursing or similar settings.

Qualifications

• Must hold RN or LPN license with a valid state nursing license.
• Wound Care Certification (WCC) and Infection Preventionist (IP) certification required; willing to obtain within 30 days if not certified.
• Minimum 2 years of wound care experience in a skilled nursing or similar healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan individualized wound care and infection prevention for residents.
• Administer wound care treatments including dressing changes and debridement with proper infection control.
• Lead infection prevention surveillance, document findings, and report to QA committee.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to coordinate care and educate on protocols.
• Monitor progress, maintain accurate records, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Educate residents and families on wound care and prevention strategies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to wound care and infection prevention.
• Respond to urgent wound care needs and manage complex cases with the team.

Job description

Wound Care/Infection Control Nurse (Dual Role)

Job Title: Wound Care/Infection Control Nurse

Location: Claremore, OK

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Nurse Manager/DON

Position Type: Fulltime - M-F 8a-430p

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Wound Care/Infection Preventionist Nurse to join our dedicated team at Emerald Care Center Claremore. The Wound Care/Infection Prevention Nurse will play a critical role in assessing, planning, and implementing comprehensive wound care/infection surveillance for our residents. This role requires a deep understanding of wound care management/infection surveillance, excellent clinical skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Education REQUIRED: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)with a valid state nursing license. Wound Care Certification (WCC) and Infection Preventionist (IP) certification required. *If not currently certified, MUST be willing to obtain certification within thirty (30) days of hire.*
• Experience: Minimum of 2 year of experience in wound care, preferably in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting.

Work Environment

This position operates in a clinical healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of residents’ wounds/infection prevention. Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessment findings and best practices.
• Wound Treatment: Administer wound care treatments, including dressing changes, debridement, and application of topical agents. Ensure proper techniques and infection control practices are followed.
• Infection Preventionist: The Infection Preventionist serves as the leader in surveillance activities, maintains documentation of incidents, findings, and any corrective actions made by the facility and reports surveillance findings to the facility’s Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee.
• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and develop treatment plans. Provide education and guidance to nursing staff on wound care/infection prevention practices and protocols.
• Monitoring and Documentation: Regularly monitor and document the progress of wound healing/infection prevention, changes in condition, and response to treatments. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Patient and Family Education: Educate residents and their families on wound care/infection prevention procedures, prevention strategies, and the importance of adherence to treatment plans. Address any questions or concerns regarding wound care/infection prevention.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to wound care/infection prevention.
• Emergency Response: Respond to urgent wound care/infection prevention needs and manage complex wound cases in collaboration with other healthcare team members.

Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in wound care management and treatment techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• AFLAC: Life Whole/Term, Hospital, Short Term, Accidental
• 401K
• 8 days Vacation, 5 days Sick, 6 Holidays
• Daily Pay
• Employee Recognition