Wound Care Nurse Supervisor

The Alden Network; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Paid Time Off

Retirement / Pension Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The Alden Network is seeking a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse to deliver direct and indirect wound care for ostomies, draining wounds, fistulae and other wound types. The role includes supervising day-to-day nursing activities related to wound care, treatments, prevention, and assessments.

Responsibilities include ensuring procedures follow policy, administering treatments, updating on wound progress, and participating in care planning and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in Illinois.
• Must possess a current CPR certificate or become certified within two weeks of employment.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures.
• Demonstrates interest or knowledge in aged care.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise the nurses, CNAs and other IDT members for wound care protocols.
• Assess and document wound status and skin care.
• Administer wound treatments as ordered by physician.
• Communicate changes in wound assessment to families and attending physicians.
• Participate in care planning and QA for the Wound Care Program.

Skills

RN/LPN license

Wound care

Leadership

Communication

Job description

The Alden Network is seeking a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse to deliver direct and indirect wound care for ostomies, draining wounds, fistulae and other wound types. The role includes supervising day-to-day nursing activities related to wound care, treatments, prevention, and assessments.

Responsibilities include ensuring procedures follow policy, administering treatments, updating on wound progress, and participating in care planning and quality assurance.