What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Director RN position at Zahav of Des Plaines?
Zahav Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and detail-orietned Full-Time Wound Care Director -RN . At Zahav we are proud to be providing the gold standard in care.
We offer the following benefits to our team members :
Competitive pay
Affordable : Medical, Dental, Vision
Paid Vacation / Sick Time
Positive and rewarding work environment
Apply today and learn more!
Responsibilities :
Comprehensive Skin Assessment : Assess the skin of new admissions, readmissions, and residents with newly identified wounds using established guidelines.
Wound Assessment : Evaluate wounds on all assigned residents, including pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic / neuropathic ulcers, skin tears, and surgical wounds.
Treatment Execution : Complete all treatments on assigned residents following physician’s orders, ensuring the highest quality of care.
Documentation : Document the healing process in the medical record weekly, detailing size, color, stage or depth, drainage, and other relevant information.
Staff Orientation : Participate in the orientation of new staff, particularly in the areas of wounds, treatments, and prevention.
Resident Rounds : Conduct resident rounds as assigned to assess the skin condition of each resident, reporting any issues to the Nursing Supervisor or Director of Nursing Service and taking necessary follow-up action.
Safety and Emergency Response : Identify safety hazards, initiate corrective action, and quickly recognize and respond to special nursing problems and emergency situations in the absence of a physician.
Educational Programs : Participate in facility educational programs, including orientation, in-service, and nursing assistant education, contributing to the ongoing development of our healthcare team.
Qualifications :
Current unencumbered Illinois Nursing License (Required)
Registered Nurse (Preferred)
Current CPR certification (Preferred)
Shifts : Flexible start time
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Zahav of Des Plaines
9300 Ballard Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Zahav of Des Plaines is an equal opportunity employer.
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