What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Nurse position at Inverness Health and Rehab?
Wound Care Nurse Job Benefits :
Competitive Pay
Health Insurance including Dental and Vision
Paid Time Off for Sick, Holiday, and Vacation Days
Employer Matched 401k
Daily Pay
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Wound Care Nurse Job Qualifications :
Must possess a current license to practice as an RN or LPN in the state of Illinois.
Preferred to have restorative certified by an accredited school or recognized accrediting agency.
Wound Care Nurse Job Overview :
The Wound Care Nurse reports to and receives general direction from the Director of Nursing and is responsible for delivering quality wound care and preventative measures to maintain skin integrity to assigned residents in compliance with applicable federal and state guidelines and established policies and procedures. The Wound Care nurse should be a Licensed Practical Nurse or a Registered Nurse.
Wound Care Nurse Job Duties :
Administer treatments and procedures in accordance with the physician’s orders.
Ensure that residents are medicated prior to treatments when appropriate
Observe and document resident’s response to treatment at a minimum weekly and as needed.
Ensure proper disposal of treatment supplies.
Ensure adequate levels of treatment ointments, supplies and equipment are available at all times.
Report any needs to the Director of Nursing.
Handle any emergency situations in a prompt, precise and professional manner.
Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each resident while performing treatments.
Interact with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding and adherence to all aspects of resident rights. including the right to be free of abuse.
Promptly report to the Administrator all incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of resident’s rights.
Assist with orienting residents and families to the wound care process upon admission.
Promptly report injuries of unknown origin to the Floor Nurse and Director of Nursing, including skin tears.
Communicate and interact effectively, courteously, and tactfully with residents, visitors, family members, peers, and supervisors.
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