Wound Care Program Lead: Educate, Lead & Elevate Care

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel; Crystal Lake (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Stock purchase plan

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel seeks a Wound Program Coordinator to lead wound care services, ensure regulatory adherence, and guide treatment plans in collaboration with clinical teams.

You will educate patients and families, stay current with wound care advancements, and lead hospital-wide wound care education initiatives while delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care close to home.

Qualifications

• License/Certification: RN, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist required for acute rehab hospitals; RN required for long-term acute care hospitals.
• CPR certification is mandatory.
• Minimum one year of wound care experience is required.
• Continuous education in wound care through seminars/professional organizations is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop wound care services in adherence to regulatory standards and physician orders.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to provide guidance on wound care treatments.
• Lead educational efforts for hospital staff on wound care topics, as well as educating patient and family members on wounds and wound care.
• Maintain continuous education and stay updated on the latest wound care techniques and advancements.

Skills

Effective communication

Decision-making

Autonomy

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel seeks a Wound Program Coordinator to lead wound care services, ensure regulatory adherence, and guide treatment plans in collaboration with clinical teams.

You will educate patients and families, stay current with wound care advancements, and lead hospital-wide wound care education initiatives while delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care close to home.