Wound Care Nurse (RN) - FT Days

Responsibilities

• Oversight of all direct wound care activities to ensure consistency.
• Identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation of skin care in residents.
• Management and treatment of specific skin disorders.
• Coordination of weekly skin rounds.
• Assessment evaluations through observation and inspection.
• Collaboration with the Care Planning Team in developing the care plan.
• Administration of treatments according to established wound care protocols.
• Maintenance of preventive measures such as inspections, turnings, and positioning.
• Precepting new nurses and demonstrating individual procedures.
• Ordering and tracking the usage of supplies and equipment.
• Modifying treatment regimens to meet resident needs.
• Participation in Performance Improvement programs, such as wound and nutrition committees.
• Conducting in-service training classes on dermatologic nursing skills and procedures.
• Providing information to residents and caregivers on prevention techniques.
• Engaging in positive interpersonal interactions and facilitating effective communication.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of Maryland.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience.
• Active certification in wound care.
• Prior experience with resident's skin care in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Proven leadership skills for smooth unit/area operations and quality resident care.
• Effective communication skills for positive interpersonal interactions.