Wound Care Program Lead: Education & Clinical Impact

Encompass Health; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) & employee stock purchase

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Wound Program Coordinator to lead wound care services, align with regulatory standards, and work with interdisciplinary teams to implement treatment plans for patients in our acute rehab hospital setting. This role emphasizes advancing wound care programs and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.

This position involves educating patients, families, and hospital staff, and staying current with the latest wound care techniques to drive continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Licensure as RN, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist for acute rehab hospitals; RN for long-term care hospitals.

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 patients and families 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 is seeking a Wound Program Coordinator to lead wound care services, align with regulatory standards, and work with interdisciplinary teams to implement treatment plans for patients in our acute rehab hospital setting. This role emphasizes advancing wound care programs and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.

This position involves educating patients, families, and hospital staff, and staying current with the latest wound care techniques to drive continuous improvement and