Wound Care Nurse
Prairie Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation · Chicago Heights, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse to oversee wound care management and skin integrity programs for our residents. The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality wound care, ensuring preventative measures are in place, and maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as facility policies.
Responsibilities
- Utilize the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of wound and skin care
- Conduct regular wound care rounds, ensuring timely documentation and tracking of 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
- Ensure residents with incontinence receive appropriate pericare and preventative treatments
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to infection control protocols
Requirements
- Active Nursing License (LPN/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
- Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize wound care needs
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for our Full-time team members, which includes:
- 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 electronics, appliances, apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks, and more