Wound Care/Treatment Nurse

SanStone Health; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Appreciation Events

Team environment & collaboration

Uniforms provided

PTO & 8 paid holidays

Health insurance with prescription

Dental & Vision insurance

401K with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Career growth & training

Job summary

SanStone Health & Rehabilitation is seeking a Wound/Treatment Nurse based in North Carolina to provide routine wound care evaluation and treatments, document care, and coordinate with the wound care doctor weekly. Excellent communication and basic computer/charting skills are required.

The role involves interaction with patients, families, and clinical staff within the facility. Responsibilities include preparing patients for wound care, maintaining records, educating patients on wound healing,

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse license.
• Previous wound care experience preferred.
• Previous Long Term Care Experience preferred.
• Willing to work every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for wound care procedures.
• Maintain complete patient records/charts as they pertain to treatment documentation.
• Reinforce patient education as it relates to wound healing procedures.
• Perform daily wound healing procedures as required.
• Perform duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor/medical director.
• Participate in quality improvement program.
• Participate in safety program.
• Maintain competencies, continuing education and certifications as appropriate.
• Day-to-day maintenance of wound care equipment.
• Work closely with wound care doctor weekly.

Job description

BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Competitive Pay, commensurate with experience
• Regular Employee Appreciation Events to include refreshments and gifts
• Fun and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and collaboration
• Initial uniforms provided
• Paid Time Off and 8 Paid Holidays
• New health insurance plans to include a prescription plan
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Career Growth and Training Opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current North Carolina Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse license
• Previous wound care experience preferred
• Previous Long Term Care Experience preferred
• Willing to work every other weekend

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

The Wound/Treatment Nurse is responsible for providing routine wound care evaluation, management and treatments to the patients seen by this service in accordance with accepted protocols and clinical standards. This position requires good verbal communication and administrative skills. Responsibilities include preparing and maintaining necessary documentation, as well as patient charting utilizing basic computer skills. There will be professional interaction with patients, family members, and clinical personnel. Under supervision, the Wound/Treatment Nurse should be able to exercise initiative and sound independent judgement when caring for patients within the facility.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Prepare patients for wound care procedures using the safety and clinical protocols.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient records/charts as they pertain to treatment documentation.
• Reinforce patient education as it relates to wound healing procedures.
• Perform daily wound healing procedures as required.
• Perform duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor/medical director.
• Participate in quality improvement program.
• Participate in safety program.
• Maintain competencies, continuing education and certifications as appropriate.
• Day-to-day maintenance of wound care equipment.
• Work closely with wound care doctor weekly.

At SanStone Health & Rehabilitation, we offer employment opportunities in North Carolina that are filled with purpose. We are an organization dedicated to making a difference in our industry and caring passionately for our employees and our residents.