Wound Nurse

Pinnacle Health & Rehab; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rego Park Healthcare in Queens, New York, is seeking a Full-Time Wound Nurse to join our dedicated healthcare team and deliver advanced wound care to residents, enhancing comfort and quality of life. You will assess wounds, develop treatment plans, collaborate with the clinical team, and participate in risk management and incident reporting to uphold safety and care standards.

Top candidates hold an active NY RN license, a Wound Care certification, 3+ years in wound care, and strong

Qualifications

• Must hold active NY state RN licensure.
• Certified Wound Care Nurse certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in wound care management.
• Experience in risk management, patient safety, or quality improvement is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Wound Care Management: assess, monitor and provide advanced wound care, develop personalized treatment plans with the clinical team.
• Risk Management: identify and mitigate risk, ensure patient safety and proper incident reporting.
• Staff Education & Training: provide ongoing wound care training to nursing staff and promote best practices.

Skills

RN license NY

Certified Wound Care Nurse

Wound care management

Risk management

Clinical assessment

Communication & leadership

Job description

Full-Time Wound Nurse

Join our dedicated healthcare team at Rego Park Healthcare in Queens, New York, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents!

About Us:

At Rego Park Healthcare, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care in a supportive environment. Our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and quality of life for all individuals under our care. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with healthcare professionals and contribute to a culture of excellence and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Wound Care Management: Assess, monitor, track, and provide advanced wound care for residents, developing personalized treatment plans, and collaborating with the clinical team.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to patient safety, clinical outcomes, and operational procedures. Implement best practices to minimize potential incidents and improve patient care quality and complete and track accident and incident reports.
• Staff Education & Training: Provide ongoing training and education to nursing staff regarding wound care and risk management protocols to ensure adherence to best practices.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current NY state licensure
• Certified Wound Care Nurse
• At least 3 years of experience in wound care management
• Experience in risk management, patient safety, or quality improvement is highly preferred
• Strong clinical assessment skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team collaboration skills
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards of care

Salary: $45 - $55 HOURLY