Wound Care LPN

Ciena-Healthcare; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with matching funds

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Reimbursement

Job summary

Ciena Healthcare's Regency at Westland in Michigan seeks a Wound Care Nurse to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate wound care programs for residents in a skilled nursing setting.

The role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes skin health, prevents wounds, and serves as a clinical resource for residents, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• RN with state licensure and CPR certification.
• Wound care certification required.
• 2+ years of wound care experience preferred.
• Ability to supervise and plan staff assignments.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Treatment Nurse as per scope of practice.
• Plans, assigns, and directs work to meet resident needs.
• Prepares assignments adjusted for staffing and safety.
• Receives staffing calls and arranges replacements as needed.
• Transfers employees among units per staffing demands.
• Performs evaluations and provides input on hires and discipline.
• Adjusts breaks and resolves staff concerns.
• Oversees unit operations during absence of higher management.
• Uses independent judgment per policies and laws.

Skills

Wound care

Nursing

Staff supervision

Resident care

Education

Registered Nurse license

CPR certification

Wound Care Certification

Job description

Facility: Regency at Westland

The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of wound care treatment programs for residents within the skilled nursing facility. This role ensures compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations while promoting optimal skin health, healing, and prevention of pressure injuries and other wounds. The Wound Care Nurse serves as a clinical resource, educator, and advocate for residents, families, and staff regarding wound prevention and management.

Join us with an attractive benefits offering:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with matching funds
• Life Insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Reimbursement

Responsibilities

• Supervises Treatment Nurse as per scope of practice
• Plans, assigns, and directs work in alignment with resident needs and staff capabilities
• Prepares work assignments, adjusting for staffing levels and resident safety
• Receives staffing-related calls and arranges replacements as needed
• Transfers employees among units per staffing demands
• Completes performance evaluations and provides input on hiring, disciplining, or terminating staff
• Adjusts break schedules and resolves staff concerns
• Oversee unit operations during absence of higher-level management
• Use independent judgment in accordance with company policies and applicable laws

Education and/or Experience

• At least two years' experience working in Wound Care preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse with required state licensure.
• Current CPR certification or CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
• Current Wound Care certification required

Ciena Healthcare

We are a national organization of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living providers dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care in Michigan and Ohio.

We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. Join us, if you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way.

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