Wound Care Nurse

EAST FALLS HEALTHCARE LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Wound Nurse, where your expertise in wound care will make a significant impact on patient outcomes. In this role, you will implement and manage the Wound Prevention and Treatment Program, ensuring that all nursing staff are educated in best practices. You will assess skin conditions, collaborate with the Wound Care Team, and document treatments meticulously. This position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will enhance the quality of care provided to residents. If you are passionate about patient care and wound management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Rates

401(k) Retirement Plan

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision)

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in wound care required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with RN or LPN license.

Responsibilities

• Implement wound prevention and treatment programs for residents.
• Assess skin conditions and document treatments effectively.
• Collaborate with the Wound Care Team for patient care.

Skills

Wound Care

Patient Assessment

Documentation Skills

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

RN or LPN

Wound Certification

Job description

Wound Nurse

Responsible for implementing the Wound Prevention and Treatment Program in the facility. Works closely with the Unit Managers and Staff Development Coordinator to assure that all nursing staff is educated in the principles of wound prevention. Collaborates with the Wound Care Team to determine appropriate wound prevention and implements treatment modalities as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Functions

1. Assess skin condition on all new admissions using standardized assessment tool.
2. Obtain physicians’ orders for treatment modalities as determined in collaboration with the Wound Care Team.
3. Implement treatment plan on all residents as assigned by the Director of Nursing.
4. Appropriately document on all residents receiving treatments, reviewing previous documentation and assuring consistency in documentation.
5. Complete weekly wound summary.
6. Respect rights of residents regarding freedom of choice, consent for care and services, and refusals of treatments. Promptly consult with Unit Manager and Social Worker if unsure of proper course of action that respects resident’s rights, complies with facility policies and procedures, and is consistent with State and Federal laws and regulations.

Experience

1. Graduate of accredited School of Nursing.
2. RN or LPN.
3. Must have, as a minimum, one year(s) of experience in wound care.
4. Wound Certification a plus.

We are proud to offer:

1. Competitive Rates
2. 401(k) Retirement Plan
3. Healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision)
4. Paid time off