Wound Care Nurse (opens in new tab)

Goldwater Care; Clinton (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k following 6 months of service

Job summary

Goldwater Care in Clinton, IL, is seeking a dedicated Infection Preventionist to lead the facility-wide Infection Prevention and Control Program, monitor outcomes, and ensure regulatory compliance for residents and staff. The role emphasizes staying current on evolving standards and developing robust policies and skin/wound care protocols.

The position requires an active state license (RN/LPN/LVN) and CIC certification, along with independence, reliability, and vaccination compliance.

Qualifications

• Valid state license (RN/LPN/LVN) required.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) required.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently.
• Reliable transportation.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination or exemption.
• One year of infection prevention and control experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead the facility-wide Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Monitor and analyze process and outcome measures to assess effectiveness.
• Stay current on infection prevention regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of wound staging and care.
• Develops skin care programs to prevent skin breakdown.
• Develop and implement policies for wound, ostomy, and incontinence care.
• Revise plan of care based on patient response and evaluate effectiveness.
• Perform treatments and provide services within nursing scope.

Education

RN/LPN/LVN license (state)

CIC Certification

Job description

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

You will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our residents and staff. You will be responsible for implementing and overseeing infection prevention and control measures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and the well-being of our community. Participates in quality improvement plan for the facility.

Will pay for IP certificate!

Benefits Offered (full-time):

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k following 6 months of service

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and lead the facility-wide Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Monitor and analyze process and outcome measures to assess the effectiveness and sustainability of infection prevention efforts.
• Stay current on infection prevention and control regulatory and accreditation standards, ensuring compliance.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of staging system of wounds.
• Develops skin care programs to prevent skin breakdown.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill to develop and implement policies and procedures to manage patients with draining wounds, fistulae and/or tubes; wound prevention, wound care, ostomy care, and incontinence.
• Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan for effectiveness.
• Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services with nursing scope of practice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid state license(s) related to healthcare (e.g., RN, LPN, or LVN, depending on state requirements).
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) is a must.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Reliable transportation.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination or exemption.
• One year of experience in infection prevention and control is preferred.

Benefits Offered (full-time):

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k following 6 months of service