Wound Care Treatment Nurse-RN Part-Time

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect nursing care to patients with ostomies, draining wounds, various types of fistulae, stomas, soft tissue injuries and other wound types.
• Supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by the nurses in relation to wound care, treatments, prevention, and assessments.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in the state of Illinois.
• CPR certificate or certification within two weeks of employment.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures.
• Demonstrates interest and/or knowledge in the care of the aged.
• Able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Able to make independent decisions when such circumstances warrant.
• Able to deal tactfully with customers, family members, personnel, government agencies personnel, and the general public.
• Able to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Able to have leadership and supervisory ability.

Physical Requirements

• Able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Able to function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with customers, visitors, personnel, and support agencies.
• Able to be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.
• May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., throughout the day.
• 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.
• Absorb and develop 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.
• Attend and actively participate in customer care plan conference.
• Consult with other nurses, management, and other related health professionals to assist in assessing, planning, and delivering and evaluating 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement / Pension Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance