Wound Care Nurse (PT)

AristaCare Health Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Wound Nurse to implement their Wound Prevention and Treatment Program. The role includes assessing skin conditions, obtaining physician's orders, and collaborating with the nursing staff to ensure effective treatment protocols. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and have at least one year of experience in wound care.

Benefits

Competitive Rates

401(k) Retirement Plan

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision)

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in wound care.
• Wound Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement wound prevention and treatment program.
• Assess skin condition on new admissions using standardized tools.
• Document treatments and collaborate with Wound Care Team.

Skills

Wound Care

Patient Assessment

Documentation

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

RN or LPN

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. Implements treatment modalities as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Functions

• Assess skin condition on all new admissions using standardized assessment tool.
• Obtains physicians’ orders for treatment modalities as determined in collaboration with the Wound Care Team.
• Implements treatment plan on all residents as assigned by the Director of Nursing.
• Appropriately documents on all residents receiving treatments, reviewing previous documentation and assuring consistency in documentation.
• Completes weekly wound summary.
• Respects rights of residents regarding freedom of choice, consent for care and services, refusals of treatments. Promptly consults 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 that is consistent with State and Federal laws and regulations.

Experience

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

We are proud to offer:

• Competitive Rates
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision)
• Paid time off

More about us: www.aristacare.com

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