QLTY IMP INFECTION CONTROL NURSE

Integritus Healthcare•Bourne, MA

3d•$42 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Coordinator performs the duties of the Infection Preventionist and Wound Care Nurse. The Infection control nurse/ Infection Preventionist will use a systematic approach to monitor the effectiveness of infection prevention and control strategies that are consistent with the organization’s goals and objectives. This includes applying epidemiologic principles and statistical methods, including risk stratification and benchmarking to identify target populations; determine risk factors; implement prevention and control strategies according to professional practice standards; analyze trends and evaluate processes. The Wound Care Nurse provides direct patient care, wound assessment, selecting treatment modalities, and collaborating with physicians. Develop, implement, and update individualized, evidence-based care plans. Evaluate wound size, depth, and condition; perform dressing changes, wound cleaning, and debridement. Manage, apply, and monitor advanced treatments such as negative pressure wound therapy (VAC). Teach patients and caregivers how to clean and dress wounds at home to prevent complications and promote healing. From short term rehab and recovery to long term skilled nursing care, hospice services, restorative care, and even respite care, we are by your side. Bourne Manor, has been caring for area families since 1989, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.

Requirements

Infection Preventionist duties
Wound Care Nurse duties

Responsibilities

Monitor the effectiveness of infection prevention and control strategies.
Apply epidemiologic principles and statistical methods to identify target populations and determine risk factors.
Implement prevention and control strategies according to professional practice standards.
Analyze trends and evaluate processes related to infection control.
Provide direct patient care for wound management.
Perform wound assessments and select appropriate treatment modalities.
Collaborate with physicians on wound care.
Develop, implement, and update individualized, evidence-based care plans for wound patients.
Evaluate wound size, depth, and condition.
Perform dressing changes, wound cleaning, and debridement.
Manage, apply, and monitor advanced treatments such as negative pressure wound therapy (VAC).
Teach patients and caregivers wound care at home.