Wound Care Coordinator

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in the state of Illinois.
• Must possess a current CPR certificate or become certified within two weeks of employment.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures.
• Demonstrates interest and or knowledge in the care of the aged.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when such circumstances warrant.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, family members, personnel, government agencies personnel, and the general public.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have the right attitude of being personable, enthusiastic, and resourceful.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with customers, visitors, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the (HIV) Aids and Hepatitis B viruses.

Essential Functions

• Ensure that all nursing procedures and protocols are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Directly supervise the nurses, CNA's and other members of the IDT that wound care treatments and protocols are followed accordingly.
• Directly supervise the wound technicians on wound care protocols.
• Responsible/oversees for assessing and documenting wound status and skin care.
• Administer or assist with wound treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Review treatment orders for completeness of information and accuracy of transcription of the physician's order.
• Review wound assessments for completeness and accuracy.
• Complete weekly skin report and send to nurse consultant and pharmacy.
• Educate facility staff on pressure ulcer prevention.
• Assist as necessary with the physician/consultant during wound care rounds.
• Arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services needed for wound care as ordered by the physician.
• Obtain /assist in wound specimen collection as ordered by the physician.
• Update the family/responsible party and attending physician for any changes on wound assessment.
• Aid in developing a written plan of care for each customer that identifies the problems/needs of the customer and be able to evaluate the delivery of care.
• Attends and actively participate in customer care plan conference.
• Consult with other nurses, management, and other related health professionals to assess, plan and deliver and evaluate patient care.
• Plan, conduct and participate in In-service Education Programs, workshops, seminars, conferences, and courses.
• Make written and oral reports including recommendations concerning the wound care program.
• Ensure that the wound assessment reflects that the care plan is being followed.
• Participate in the development, maintenance and implementation of the facility's Quality Assurance program for the Wound Care Program.
• Cookinate facility wound audits with the nursing staff.
• Make daily rounds to assure that nursing personnel are performing required duties related to the wound care program, and to assure that wound care protocols and procedures are being followed.
• Communicate with the IDT, wound progress of patients; make entries on the 24- hour report as necessary.
• Committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment for our customer’s.
• Complete required forms upon the customer's admission, transfer and or discharge.
• Attend staff meetings as needed.