Wound Care Coordinator

Job Summary

Extended Care affiliated facilities provide specialized services to residents, focusing on individualized care and safety during recovery. We seek a dedicated Wound Care Coordinator to manage wound care and skin integrity programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality wound care and ensure preventative measures are in place
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as facility policies
• Conduct regular wound care rounds, documenting and tracking resident skin conditions
• Assess resident skin integrity and document medical history related to wound care
• Implement preventative wound care strategies in resident care plans
• Prioritize and execute nursing interventions for wound management
• Communicate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams regarding wound treatment needs
• Initiate nutritional interventions to support wound healing
• Perform direct resident care in compliance with facility policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to infection control protocols
• Ensure residents with incontinence receive appropriate pericare and preventative treatments

Requirements

• Active Nursing License (RN) as required by the state
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum two (2) years of experience as an RN or LPN
• Ability to lift and move patients and items up to 75 lbs
• Strong vision abilities including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize wound care needs

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
• Daily Pay – Access your earnings on your own schedule
• "APPRECIATE YOU" PERKS – Substantial savings on various products and services