Job Summary
The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for evaluating, managing, and creating treatment plans for patients facing intricate wound issues, ostomy care, and conditions related to continence. They play a crucial role in offering clinical advice, assessing patients for admissions, and facilitating training sessions for both nursing and medical teams.
Responsibilities
- Assess and treat patients with complex wounds, ostomies, and continence issues.
- Develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Provide clinical consultations to enhance patient care.
- Evaluate patients for admission based on their wound care needs.
- Conduct in-service training for nursing and medical staff to improve care practices.
Qualifications
- Must be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) in good standing.
- At least 1-2 years of experience in wound care is required.
- Preference for candidates with a Wound Care Certification (WOCN).
- 1+ years of experience in long-term care is preferred.
Las Brisas Rehabilitation and Wellness Suites provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
