RN Wound Care

About the Unit

Our Wound Care team provides state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment utilizing advanced wound care modalities and innovative therapies to achieve optimal patient outcomes. We are proud of our strong culture of teamwork, collaboration, and exceptionally low staff turnover, reflecting a supportive and engaged work environment. Leadership is committed to fostering professional growth while prioritizing work-life balance, making our department a rewarding place to build a career.

About Corewell Health South – Lakeland Hospitals

The health system comprises three hospitals, an outpatient surgery center, a regional cancer center, rehabilitation centers, two long-term care residences, home care and hospice services, and 34 affiliate physician practice locations. We provide both inpatient and outpatient medical services throughout Southwest Michigan.

Scope of Work

Assesses, monitors, detects, plans and takes appropriate action to prevent potential physiological complications associated with wound, ostomy or continence. Provides information and instruction to patients and their caregivers. Collaborates with and serves as a resource for other health professionals to promote delivery of quality services and patient education within the institution as well as the community. Participates in projects related to area of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing and developing and evaluating educational materials and programs and policies.

Essential Functions

• Assesses and monitors the overall physical needs of the patients/family in regard to ostomy, wound and continence.
• Evaluates each individual patient’s response to treatment.
• Assists in developing/maintaining an individual plan of care with the patient, consistent with changing needs and goals reflecting full scope of practice.
• Collaborates in discharge planning for patient at time of patient contact, including families, caregivers as appropriate. May facilitate a smooth transition to the next point of service/home.
• Assesses the educational needs of a select group of patients, caregivers, and staff. Develops and implements appropriate teaching strategies and makes appropriate referrals for patients providing counsel to enable them to adjust to living with a specific medical condition.
• Documents nursing care/teaching consistent with documentation guidelines. Ensures that required documentation for activities within area of responsibility is performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Collaborates