Weekend Wound Care Nurse - Skin Health Specialist

Aperion Care; Midlothian (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care Wilmington is seeking a Wound Nurse to provide primary skin care to residents under medical direction. The role emphasizes treatment and therapy of skin disorders within the facility, working under the supervision of the Medical Director and DON.

The ideal candidate will be a licensed LPN or RN with current CPR certification and at least two years of nursing experience, preferably with wound care certification.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed LPN or RN with current, unencumbered state licensure.
• Wound Certification from an accredited institution preferred.
• Must have current CPR certification.
• Must have at least two years of experience as an LPN/RN.

Responsibilities

• Confer with the Director of Nursing or other licensed staff regarding residents' dermatologic disorders.
• Examine residents and records to recognize when to refer to a physician.
• Provide assessment and diagnostic services, including observation and palpation.
• Initiate referrals and respond to requests from residents, physicians, or nursing staff.
• Identify, manage, and treat skin disorders and lesions including ulcers and infections.
• Assist in resident rehabilitation activities and monitor therapy results.
• Provide preventative skin care guidance and health recommendations.
• Provide written and oral reports to attending physicians or DON.
• Interpret policies to physicians, families, and public as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

Education

LPN/RN licensure

Wound Certification

CPR certification

2+ years nursing experience

Job description

Aperion Care Wilmington is seeking a Wound Nurse to provide primary skin care to residents under medical direction. The role emphasizes treatment and therapy of skin disorders within the facility, working under the supervision of the Medical Director and DON.

The ideal candidate will be a licensed LPN or RN with current CPR certification and at least two years of nursing experience, preferably with wound care certification.