Wound Care Nurse (RN or LPN)

Aviata at Sand Key; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Online Learning Access

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401k with Match

Job summary

Aviata at Sand Key is seeking a Wound Care Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our patient- and family-focused community in Clearwater, FL. The role includes liaising between wound specialists and nursing staff, participating in the wound care program, and providing direct resident care to promote healing.

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program with current Wound Care and CPR certifications. One year of wound care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess current Wound Care and CPR certifications.
• Minimum of one (1) year of Wound Care experience; two years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Wound Specialist Physician and nursing staff.
• Participate in development and achievement of Wound Care Program objectives.
• Provide resident care in wound assessment, treatment and follow-up as ordered by physician.
• Implement individualized treatment plans for assigned residents.
• Maintain communication with physicians and assist regulatory surveys.

Skills

Wound Care

CPR Certification

Team Collaboration

Education

RN or LPN License

Job description

Wound Care Nurse (RN or LPN)

Aviata at Sand Key

Address: 1980 Sunset Point Rd, Clearwater, FL 33765

Aviata at Sand Key is searching for a Wound Care Nurse to join our community that is patient & family focused, team builder, and excited about the opportunity to assist in building a culture.

If you are a Wound Care Nurse that is team-oriented, driven, and excited about the opportunity to build a culture, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Major Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between the Wound Specialist Physician and the nursing staff.
• Participate in the development and achievement of Wound Care Program and objectives.
• Staff development functions/responsibilities.
• Provide educational programming.
• Assist in the implementation of and monitor compliance with policies, procedures, and standards of practice consistent with Corporate and external regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate amongst Interdisciplinary Team to encompass all aspects of care to promote wound healing.
• Provide direct resident care in the assessment, treatment and follow up for wound management as ordered by the physician.
• Assist in the implementation of an individualized treatment plan for each assigned resident.
• Maintain ongoing communications with physicians concerning resident care. Assist surveyors and inspectors to facilitate regulatory compliance, as per the direction of the Director of Clinical Services.
• Provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Must possess current Wound Care and CPR certifications. Minimum of one (1) year of Wound Care experience required, (2) years preferred.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a RN or LPN in state of practice.
• You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Opportunities for additional hours and holiday pay.
• Access to online learning 24/7 to further your healthcare career
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for the entire family and more!
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k with a match

Aviata Health Group participates in background screenings provided by AHCA. For more information, please click on the link https://info.flclearinghouse.com/