Wound Care Nurse

BRidgecrest Post Acute in; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse to join their team. In this role, you'll engage with residents and their families to ensure comprehensive care, monitor patient conditions, and coordinate treatment plans. This position requires strong communication skills, clinical experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality care and making a positive impact in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team that values your expertise and commitment to patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Social Work preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred; LVN or LPN acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with residents and families about care plans.
• Monitor and adjust residents' statuses based on needs.
• Complete documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Effective Communication

Time Management

Clinical Nursing Experience

Problem Solving

Intermediate Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse (RN) License

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) License

Job description

Wound Care Nurse (Healthcare)

Communicate regularly with residents and their families about Plans of Care, PT, OT, and other treatment protocols. Attend and participate in morning meetings/stand-ups to facilitate communication within the team. Answer residents' questions regarding their care, treatment plans, illness progression, and other issues to ensure they feel safe and secure. Monitor and adjust residents' statuses based on changing needs and conditions. Organize and prioritize daily work by assessing the needs of new, current, and discharging residents within your areas of responsibility. Complete required documentation accurately and timely. Perform utilization review activities to ensure residents receive appropriate, timely, and cost-effective care. Coordinate care with residents, care providers, facility’s financial services, and third-party payers. Oversee all admission and discharge activities and coordinate referrals to and from the facility.

Maintain positive, effective, and appropriate relationships with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues. Ensure accurate charting and complete necessary paperwork promptly. Work independently with sound judgment in interactions with physicians, providers, payers, residents, and families. Promote cooperation and collaboration among all parties involved. Demonstrate excellent time management skills to develop organized work processes in a high-volume environment with rapidly changing priorities. Possess intermediate computer skills and maintain professional, respectful, honest interactions with residents, families, staff, and partners.

Supervisory Requirements: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Social Work preferred. Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred; Licensed (LVN or LPN) nurse acceptable. Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience preferred. Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and related programs. PCC knowledge is a plus.

Language Skills: Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals. Effective presentation and communication skills, including responding to questions from managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid LVN/LPN or RN license in the working state. Certification as a Case Manager (CCM) is a plus. Must maintain ongoing continuing education and licensing, and remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.

Physical Demands: Frequently standing, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, and smelling. Occasionally sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: Usually low to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Notes: Management may reassign duties at any time. The responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and may change due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons.