Wound Care Nurse

Pearl of Joliet; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking healthcare facility as a Wound Care Nurse! This role offers a meaningful opportunity to provide essential skin care to residents while working closely with medical professionals. Enjoy competitive hourly wages, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive medical benefits. You'll be responsible for assessing residents, managing skin disorders, and contributing to their rehabilitation. With a commitment to high-quality care and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for passionate nurses looking to make a difference. Apply today and become part of a rewarding team!

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Free Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Personal Days

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with Illinois state licensure required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary skin care under supervision of medical staff.
• Identify and treat skin disorders and lesions.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Skin Care Treatment

Wound Management

Communication Skills

Education

LPN / RN Licensure

Wound Certification

Job description

Join The Pearl of Joliet! We are seeking a Wound Care Nurse with competitive wages, flexible scheduling, medical benefits, and a dedicated team environment. We invite you to become part of our team!

Are you a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a meaningful opportunity? Good news! You came to the right place.

Rates: Up to $42 per hour, dependent on nursing license and experience.

At Pearl Healthcare, YOU are our greatest asset! We offer these competitive benefits:

• Competitive wage
• Affordable: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Free Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation / Sick Time
• Personal Days
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Meaningful and rewarding work environment
• Plus much more. Inquire with us today!

Description:

The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for providing primary skin care to residents under the medical direction and supervision of the residents’ attending physician, the Director of Nursing, or the Medical Director of the facility, with an emphasis on treatment and therapy of skin disorders.

Responsibilities for Wound Care Nurse:

1. Confer with the Director of Nursing and/or other licensed nursing personnel regarding the dermatologic disorders of residents in the facility.
2. Examine the resident and their records, and distinguish between normal and abnormal findings to recognize when to refer the resident to a physician for evaluation, supervision, or directions.
3. Provide assessment and diagnostic services to residents using observation, inspection, and palpation.
4. Initiate requests for consultation or referral. Respond to requests from residents, physicians, or nursing staff.
5. Identify, manage, and treat skin disorders and lesions, such as abrasions, foot problems, decubitus ulcers, infections, scaling diseases, and benign tumors.
6. Assist in resident rehabilitation activities, perform range of motion exercises, assist in ambulation, provide emotional support, and monitor physical therapy results.
7. Provide preventative health care advice, including nutrition and skin disorder prevention.
8. Report in writing and verbally to physicians, the Medical Director, or the DON regarding residents' status and care.
9. Implement and interpret policies and procedures related to skin care treatments to physicians, residents, families, and the public.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications for Wound Care Nurse:

• LPN / RN with current Illinois state licensure (Required).
• Wound Certification from an accredited institution preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an LPN / RN.

Apply online by clicking "Apply Now" or apply in person at:

The Pearl of Joliet

306 N Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60435

Apply today for immediate consideration!

At Pearl Healthcare, our unique approach to post-acute rehabilitation places the patient at the center, curating a personalized care plan that addresses individual needs. We are committed to providing a high level of support to achieve exceptional quality care.

Pearl Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.