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Wound Care Nurse

Helping You Healthcare
Schenectady, NY
Full-time

Helping You Healthcare -

Now Hiring a RN Wound Care Nurse!

We have an opening an energetic and passionate Wound Care Nurse (RN) to assist with resident care in our sub-acute rehab and skilled nursing facility.

With its home-like atmosphere, and unwavering commitment to each resident and staff member, you will feel right at home with us.

We can't wait to meet you!

APPLY NOW!

Why work with us??

  • Monday-Friday with an on call rotation
  • weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual raffles!
  • Continuous employee appreciation luncheons
  • On-going competency training
  • Holidays off (exception for on-call rotations)
  • FREE LIFE INSURANCE
  • Employee & family health insurance; including- health, dental & vision insurance.
  • Low-rate pet insurance (is your pet sick? video chat a VET 24 hours a day)
  • 401k with employer contribution
  • Generous time off
  • Free parking
  • Employee of the month
  • Department appreciation days
  • GREAT leadership team!

Position Description :

A Wound Care Nurse plays a crucial role in a skilled rehab nursing home by overseeing and coordinating all aspects of wound care for residents.

This position requires a highly skilled and knowledgeable individual who can provide comprehensive wound assessment, treatment, and education to promote optimal wound healing and resident well-being.

A Wound Care Nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals, to develop and implement effective wound care plans.

Additionally, a Wound Care nurse stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in wound care management and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities of a Wound Care Nurse (RN) :

  • Responsible for overseeing the Wound Care Measures
  • Must have up-to-date MMR vaccination & physical
  • Responsible for overseeing the infection control program
  • Communicate changes in residents' conditions to IDT and other partners as appropriate
  • Participate in the on-call rotation with other nursing supervisors
  • Flexible working hours
  • Attend Quality Measures meeting and report on applicable information
  • Attend and prepare for weekly Case Management meetings
  • Includes but not limited to items listed on the Registered Nurse Job Description
  • Ability to educate partners by conducting in-services and one on one learning
  • Ability to investigate, track and trend identified areas of opportunities
  • Develop action plans for areas of needed improvement
  • Provide partner support and coaching
  • Passion for wound care and healing residents
  • Passion for infection control measures

Requirements of a Wound Care Nurse (RN) :

  • A current NYS Registered Nurse license required
  • Excellent physical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills
  • 16 days ago
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