Wound Care Nurse

The Laurels of Bedford; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Laurels of Bedford in Battle Creek, Michigan seeks a Wound Care Nurse to provide primary skin care to guests, with emphasis on treating skin disorders and ulcers. You will modify treatment plans to meet clinical and psychosocial needs under established medical practices and facility policies.

You will collaborate with the Director of Nursing on dermatologic care, identify and treat skin issues, and provide treatments under physician supervision.

Qualifications

• Two years of wound care experience preferred.
• RN license required.
• CPR certification required.

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 skin disorders, pressure ulcers, and other skin issues as directed by the Director of Nursing.
• Provides, within established protocols and under physician supervision, treatment for skin disorders as ordered by the physician.
• Ensures residents with decubitus ulcers and other skin conditions receive appropriate treatment and preventive care.

Skills

Wound care

Dermatology care

Patient care

Education

Registered Nurse

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.

• 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 assist in planning and developing the skin 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!