Wound Care Nurse

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Coverage

PTO - Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Supportive, Team-Oriented Environment

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, located in Brooklyn, NY, seeks a dedicated Wound Care Nurse (RN) to join our team. The RN will assess, treat, and prevent wounds, ensuring high-quality resident care while working with nursing leadership.

The role requires strong assessment and documentation skills, ability to work independently, and collaboration with the nursing leadership and Unit Managers. Shift is full-time 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, with a salary of $110,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in NY.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in rehabilitative/restorative nursing.
• 2 years of supervisory experience preferred in healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive rounds to monitor skin changes.
• Document and photograph wounds/skin alterations.
• Initiate wound care orders and ensure treatments.
• Complete weekly Medicare notes for residents on floors 1–4.

Skills

Wound care assessment

Documentation

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

RN license NY

Job description

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Facility: Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Position: Wound Care Nurse (RN)
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Shift: Full-Time | 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Salary: $110,000 annually

Job Summary

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse (RN) to join our team. The Wound Care Nurse will play a vital role in the assessment, treatment, and prevention of wounds, ensuring the highest standards of resident care. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can work independently while collaborating closely with the nursing leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive rounds on all facility floors to identify and monitor skin alterations.
• Capture and document photos of all wounds/skin changes.
• Initiate wound care orders and ensure proper treatments are administered.
• Complete weekly Medicare notes for residents on floors 1 through 4, in accordance with guidelines.
• Maintain and update Section M of the MDS for all residents with wounds.
• Update Braden scores quarterly or as conditions change.
• Develop, initiate, and update care plans for alterations in skin integrity.
• Conduct pressure ulcer investigations for nosocomial sites and track wound trends.
• Collaborate with the ADNS on interventions to address wound care trends.
• Communicate promptly with Unit Managers regarding wound-related concerns.
• Ensure wound care equipment and supplies are readily available.
• Perform daily assessments of residents pre- and post-nebulizer treatments, documenting findings.
• Participate in quality assurance audits and data collection for wound statistics.
• Function independently while upholding facility policies and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing, especially in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in the State of New York.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices required.
• 2 years of supervisory experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Recognition Program
• Supportive, Team-Oriented Work Environment
• Company Perks and Employee Discounts

If you are a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with a passion for wound care and resident well-being, we invite you to join our team at Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.