Wound Nurse LPN/RN

Medilodge of West Bloomfield; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental/Vision/Prescription

Michigan Direct Care Incentive added

Flexible Pay Options: OnShift Wallet

Benefits Concierge

Pet Insurance

Education Assistance

Retirement Savings 401K

HSA and FSA options

Job summary

Medilodge of West Bloomfield in Michigan is seeking a nurse to plan, coordinate, and provide total nursing care for residents, with supervision of clinical staff in wound care. Role supports growth and professional development in a supportive environment.

Requirements include an RN or LPN license, CPR certification, and a community-focused approach. Two years of nursing experience preferred, with a strong emphasis on wound care and staff education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited LPN/RN School of Nursing.
• Valid LPN/RN license in the state employed.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Two years nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates ostomy care for patients on units.
• Provides advanced clinical guidance to physicians and nursing staff for wound care and skin protection.
• Develops and conducts educational programs for staff.
• Determines appropriate nursing interventions and resource needs to implement the care plan.
• Selects stoma site prior to surgery based on anatomy and lifestyle.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Skills

Directing workforce

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Decisive action

Staff training

Confidentiality

Education

Graduate of accredited LPN/RN School of Nursing

Job description

Description

Why Medilodge?

• Michigan's Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the Michigan Works! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Michigan Direct Care Incentive: We offer the Michigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through OnShift Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options

Requirements

Summary

• Plans, coordinates and provides total nursing care for residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members in relation to wound care. Scope of work may be modified by state specific rules under the Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications: Education

• Graduate of accredited LPN/RN School of Nursing.

Licenses/Certification

• Valid LPN/RN license in the state employed.
• Valid CPR certification.

Experience

• two year of nursing experience preferred.

Essential Functions

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the ostomy care for patients on units
• Provides advanced clinical guidance to physicians and nursing staff for complex wound drainage, drainage confinement, skin protection, and the prevention of pressure necrosis (skin deterioration and skin loss)
• Develops and conducts educational programs for staff
• Determines appropriate nursing interventions for identified patient problems, symptoms, and teaching needs
• Develops a patient care plan and determines the equipment, materials, and resources needed to successfully implement the care plan
• Selects the stoma (opening) site on the patient prior to surgery, based on the patient's anatomy, activity level, and lifestyle
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.