IP/Wound Care Nurse - 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 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.