Wound Care Nurse

iHire; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse to provide exceptional skin care to guests. This role focuses on treating and managing skin disorders, ensuring that each guest's physical and psychosocial needs are met through personalized care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in wound care, excellent communication skills, and a passion for improving the lives of others. Join a compassionate team that values excellence and provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, making a real difference in the community. If you are committed to delivering the highest standards of care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least two years experience working in wound care preferred.
• Registered Nurse and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and treat skin disorders and pressure ulcers.
• Implement skin care treatments under physician supervision.
• Consult with nursing personnel regarding dermatologic disorders.

Skills

Wound care

Skin disorder treatment

Patient assessment

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse

CPR certified

Job description

As the Wound Care Nurse, you will provide primary skin care to guests, with an emphasis on treatment and therapy of skin disorders. You will also assist in modifying the treatment regimen to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the guest, in accordance with established medical practices and the requirements of this state and the policies and goals of this facility.

Responsibilities:

• Confers with the Director of Nursing and/or other licensed nursing personnel regarding dermatologic disorders of guests in the facility.
• Identifies, manages and treats specific skin disorders, pressure ulcers, and primary and secondary lesions, and any skin issues directed to by Director of Nursing. Consults with the IDT concerning assessment evaluations and assists in planning and developing the skin care regimen.
• Implements and maintains established policies and procedures relative to skin care treatments and interprets these as required, to the physician and responsible party.
• Provides, within established protocols and under the supervision of the physician, treatment for skin disorders as ordered by the physician.
• Ensures that residents with decubitus ulcers, vascular ulcers, and various other skin conditions receive appropriate treatment and/or prophylactic treatment such as daily inspection, turning and activity, nourishment and incontinence care.

Education and/or Experience:

• At least two years experience working in wound care preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Registered Nurse
• CPR certified

About Ciena Healthcare

Ciena Healthcare is Michigan's largest provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care services. 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. If you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way, Ciena is the place for you!