What are the responsibilities and job description for the IP/Wound Care Nurse position at Selectis Health?
WOUND CARE NURSE
General Purpose:
Provide direct wound assessments and daily care to residents in the facility. Create treatment plans for residents to prevent any further problems in relation to wound care.
Essential Job Functions:
- Ability to perform wound assessment, reassessment, and management of wounds. • Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician.
- Verify that adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor.
- Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices.
- Make rounds with physicians, as necessary.
- Review the resident’s chart for specific treatments, medication orders, diets, etc., as necessary.
- Knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and dermal systems
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge of staging system of wounds.
- Develops skin care programs to prevent skin breakdown.
- Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.
- Documentation meets current standards and practices.
- Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. • Work shifts on the unit as needed in order to maintain quality and continuum of care for residents and work rotating on-call schedule.
- Perform any other tasks/duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to seek assistance as needed.
- Ability to adapt to changes necessitated by patient/sta situations. • Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to handle several tasks at one time.
- Ability to write legibly.
- Ability to interact in a positive manner and communicate well with guests, families, co-workers, supervisor, and other employees.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with required state licensure. • Infection Prevention and Wound Care Training certification, required.
- Excellent technical, assessment and documentation skills.
- Good Leadership qualities
- Organized and detailed in work performance.
- Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience. • Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility. • Comply with the Residents Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.
