What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Specialist (RN) position at Greenlife Healthcare Staffing?
Wound Care Specialist (RN) - New Mexico (#R10086)
Location: Multiple Locations (Albuquerque, Las Vegas, Roswell, Truth or Consequences, Santa Clara, and Los Lunas, NM)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: Up to $55.05
About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.
Position Overview:
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a skilled Wound Care Specialist RN to assess, treat, and manage complex wounds and skin conditions in diverse healthcare settings. This role requires expertise in advanced wound care techniques, patient education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize healing outcomes.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation:Earn up to $55.05/hour based on experience and certifications.
- Comprehensive Benefits:
- Sick days
- Health insurance
- Matching 401k
- Work Schedule: 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends as needed.
- Professional Growth: Enhance your expertise in cutting-edge wound care practices within a collaborative environment.
- Impactful Work: Improve patients’ quality of life by promoting effective wound healing and reducing complications.
Qualifications:
- Education: Registered Nurse (RN) degree; additional training in wound care preferred.
- Licensure/Certifications:
- Current RN license in New Mexico.
- Certification in wound care (e.g., Wound Care Certified (WCC), Certified Wound Specialist (CWS).
- Experience: Proven experience in wound care management, including chronic and acute wounds.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in wound assessment, debridement techniques, advanced dressings, and documentation.
- Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, empathy, patient education skills, and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess and evaluate wounds (e.g., pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds) to determine treatment plans.
- Perform wound debridement, dressing changes, and application of specialized therapies (e.g., negative pressure wound therapy).
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on proper wound care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and physical therapists to coordinate holistic patient care.
- Monitor and document wound healing progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and regulatory standards.
- Maintain accurate records of wound assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about advancing wound care and ready to make a difference in patient recovery, submit your Resume/CV to hr@glhstaffing.com or call (800) 608-4025 to learn more about this opportunity and others.
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