Senior Wound Care Nursing Specialist

Join Our Growing Team!
Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a dedicated and expanding healthcare team? At Alpha Wound Care, we specialize in providing expert burn and wound care, ensuring the highest level of patient treatment and recovery. If you're passionate about wound care and want to make a real difference, we invite you to apply and grow with us!

Overview:
Alpha Wound Care is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with a minimum of two years of wound care experience to lead our Greenwich clinic. The ideal candidate must be licensed by the state and have a strong background in wound care and management. This role requires leadership and clinical expertise to oversee daily operations alongside our medical assistants while ensuring exceptional patient care.

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced RegisteredNurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. The Registered Nurse will play a pivotal role in overseeing patient care, managing support staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services. This position requires strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in various nursing specialties, including inpatient care and memory care.

Duties

• Assess and evaluate patient wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment
• Develop and implement individualized wound care plans with medical director
• Clean and dress wounds, ensuring sterile techniques are followed
• Monitor and document patient progress, updating treatment plans as necessary
• Educate patients and their families on wound care best practices and infection prevention
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians and other healthcare professionals, to optimize patient care
• Perform debridement and other wound care procedures as required
• Stay updated with the latest wound care research, techniques, and products
• Manage wound care supplies and ensure their availability
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families
• Conduct regular follow-up appointments to monitor healing and make necessary adjustments to care plans
• Adhere to all healthcare regulations and safety standards

Experience

• Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN) or equivalent certification
• Experience in wound care nursing or a related field
• Advanced knowledge of wound care treatments and technologies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Knowledge of current wound care research and protocols
• Experience in patient education and support
• Leadership skills for training and mentoring junior staff
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or associate degree in nursing (ADN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong clinical assessment skills
• Ability to perform wound care procedures, including debridement
• Proficiency in wound assessment and documentation
• Excellent communication skills
• Physical stamina to perform wound care tasks
• Attention to detail
• Commitment to continuous education and training in wound care

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about providing exceptional patient care to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Registered Charge Nurse.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.39 - $36.85 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Burn Care
• Wound Care

Physical Setting:

• Clinic
• Outpatient

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33 - $37