Wound Care Director

Complete Care - Illinois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and PTO for ft

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Complete Care - Illinois is seeking a Wound Nurse-RN to lead wound care for residents, assess treatment plans, and coordinate with physicians and the Director of Nursing to ensure high standards of care.

The role emphasizes documentation, patient and family education, HIPAA compliant progress tracking, and collaboration with the care team. Strong nursing experience in wound care and MDS familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Current, Unencumbered Illinois RN License.
• A minimum of one year of experience in wound care and treatments.
• Prior experience/certification in Wound Care is Required.
• Previous long-term care experience is preferred but not required.
• Computer Knowledge.
• Familiarity with completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment tool.

Responsibilities

• Assess the unique needs of each patient to determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide direct nursing care to residents under the medical direction and supervision of the residents' attending physicians, the Director of Nursing Services, and the Medical Director of the facility.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks to ensure timely and effective resident care.
• Assist in modifying the treatment regimen to meet the physical and psychological needs of the resident, in accordance with established medical practices and the requirements of the policies and procedures of this facility, and in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards governing the facility.
• Educate patients and families on best practices to promote healing and wellness.
• Track treatments and patient progress according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Monitor the performance of non-licensed personnel.
• Any other duties assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

MDS familiarity

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

RN license (Illinois)

Job description

Wound Care Director-RN

At Complete Care, our residents hold a special place as cherished members of our extended family. Choosing a dependable team of caregivers, committed to their promises, is a significant and difficult life decision for any family. As a collective, we take pride in being a sanctuary where individuals in our community can discover compassionate support along their health journey. As a Wound Nurse-RN on our team, you will make a meaningful impact on the lives of our extended family. In turn, we are dedicated to ensuring our team of caregivers feel the same compassion provided to the residents.

Qualifications & Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Current, Unencumbered Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) License
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in wound care and treatments
• Prior experience/certification in Wound Care is Required
• Previous long-term care experience is preferred but not required
• Computer Knowledge
• Clear written and verbal communication skills (Essential for documentation and patient/family education)
• Familiarity with completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment tool.

Responsibilities:

• Assess the unique needs of each patient to determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide direct nursing care to residents under the medical direction and supervision of the residents' attending physicians, the Director of Nursing Services, and the Medical Director of the facility.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks to ensure timely and effective resident care.
• Assist in modifying the treatment regimen to meet the physical and psychological needs of the resident, in accordance with established medical practices and the requirements of the policies and procedures of this facility, and in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards governing the facility.
• Educate patients and families on best practices to promote healing and wellness.
• Track treatments and patient progress according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Monitor the performance of non-licensed personnel.
• Any other duties assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and PTO for full-time employees
• Opportunities for advancement

Complete Care is an equal opportunity employer.