Weekend Wound Care Nurse (Dermatology)

Silverwood Post Acute in; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahwatukee Post Acute is seeking a Wound Nurse for weekend coverage to provide expert wound care and dermatologic assessment for residents. You will perform examinations, document findings, and communicate care plans to the medical team.

You will collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team, report to the Medical Director and DON, maintain HIPAA-compliant records, and support resident comfort and safety on every shift.

Responsibilities

• Make written and oral reports to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the DON concerning the status and care of the residents.
• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report violations.
• Work with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team in developing a comprehensive assessment and care plan for assigned residents.
• Provide written and/or oral status reports of residents you are treating.
• Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees as they may pertain to dermatologic care and skin care of residents.
• Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good relations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.
• Report complaints or grievances regarding nursing or medical care to the Director of Nursing Services.
• Meet with and solicit advice from the Medical Director, Director of Nursing Services, and nursing staff concerning dermatologic care.
• Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals as per policy.

Job description

Ahwatukee Post Acute is seeking a Wound Nurse for weekend coverage to provide expert wound care and dermatologic assessment for residents. You will perform examinations, document findings, and communicate care plans to the medical team.

You will collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team, report to the Medical Director and DON, maintain HIPAA-compliant records, and support resident comfort and safety on every shift.