Wound Care Nurse

Presbyterian Homes; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a distinguished non-profit organization as a part-time Wound Care Nurse, where you will play a crucial role in delivering person-centered care. This position involves managing wound care programs, educating residents and staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team to enhance the quality of life for residents while fostering a supportive environment. With a legacy of excellence in senior living and a commitment to employee engagement, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors.

Benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Scholarship programs including tuition reimbursement

Other benefits available upon inquiry

Qualifications

• Must be a Professional Registered Nurse (RN) with a current Illinois license.
• WCC Certification and current CPR certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage wound care program and provide education on wound healing.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and participate in quality improvement.
• Supervise nursing staff and participate in direct patient care.

Skills

Wound Care Management

Patient Education

Collaboration

Regulatory Compliance

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Tools

CPR Certification

WCC Certification

Job description

Westminster Place
Evanston, IL 60201, USA

Description

The Westminster Place Team is looking for a Part-time Wound Care Nurse!

Why choose us?

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and baseline.
• Scholarship programs including tuition reimbursement.
• Ask us about other benefits we offer.

Some Responsibilities include:

• Supports, interprets, and implements Presbyterian Living policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively with team to support Presbyterian Homes person centered care.
• Participates in and promotes quality improvement programs and assists with implementation and monitoring of these programs.
• Ensures adherence to all Federal, State and City regulations pertaining to Long-Term Care.
• Assumes responsibility of a floor nurse when assigned.
• Participates in and attends required meetings.
• Directly responsible for the wound management program including:
• Providing education to residents, family, and nursing staff about preventative measures or techniques to optimize wound healing.
• Lead performance improvement projects that successfully reduce the percentage of residents who develop pressure injuries.
• Directly responsible for wound assessment and staging, treatment, and completion of required documentation.
• Ensure wound care plans are individualized and updated timely.
• Participates in care plan meetings, reviews care plans for completeness and accuracy and updates accordingly.
• Supervises and directs the CNA staff and all other nursing personnel assigned to unit.
• Delegates treatments and other nursing activities to licensed staff working the shift.
• Participates in direct patient care when staff is otherwise engaged, especially with response to call lights and assistance with meals.
• Documents pertinent information on shift report and gives verbal report to oncoming supervisor.
• Communicates changes in resident condition to DON/Supervisor in a timely fashion while taking appropriate action in urgent and emergent situations.
• Develops a collaborative relationship with representatives from other departments to coordinate person centered care.

Education:

• Associates Degree in Nursing required.

Qualifications:

• Professional Registered Nurse (RN) with current license to practice in the state of Illinois.
• WCC Certification (Wound Care Certification) Required.
• Current CPR certification required.

About Us:
At Presbyterian Homes, we are a distinguished non-profit senior living care organization with a legacy dating back to 1904. We proudly offer a full continuum of care across four luxury retirement communities, including independent and assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Our commitment to excellence in senior living has earned us national recognition and accreditation. We foster a supportive and rewarding workplace environment, as evidenced by our consistently high ratings in engagement surveys.

Presbyterian Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.