What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Nurse position at IMAGE STRATEGIC PARTNERS?
Job Details
Description
Wound care nurse duties and responsibilities
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Weekly measurement, assessment and documentation of current wounds.
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Measurement, assessment and obtaining orders for newly acquired wounds in facility or on admission.
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Updating treatment orders to accommodate wound changes.
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Updating weekly report with new measurements and interventions to be sent to cooperate, admin and physicians.
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Updating care plans and providing interventions in the treatment and prevention of pressure injury/wounds.
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Collaborating with wound doctor and wound care consultant to establish orders and obtain wound care supplies.
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Ordering of wound care supplies.
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Providing education to residents and staff on wound care and the prevention of wounds.
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Obtaining lab as necessary.
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Obtaining and implementing of interventions such as LAL mattress, ROHO cushion etc.
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Overseeing pharmaceutical and nutritional supplementation.
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Taking on call one day per week and one weekend per month.
Qualifications
Must have RN or LPN License
