Wound Nurse

PACS•Greenwood, SC

2d•$30 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Edgefield Post Acute is seeking an experienced RN or LPN Wound Nurse to join their compassionate team. This role is for a skilled clinician who takes pride in delivering exceptional wound care and enjoys working alongside an interdisciplinary team. The Wound Nurse will play a vital role in improving residents' quality of life through expert assessment, prevention, treatment, and education.

Requirements

Current, active, unrestricted RN or LPN license
MUST have previous wound care experience.
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required.
Excellent assessment, documentation, and communication skills
Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
Ability to work independently while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team
Passion for providing outstanding resident-centered care
Possession of a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
Two (2) years or more experience, preferably in a long-term care facility.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Current CPR certification.
Must maintain all required continuing education for licensing.
Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, manage, and treat wounds, pressure injuries, skin tears, ulcers, and other dermatologic conditions.
Complete comprehensive skin assessments and quarterly dermatologic evaluations.
Partner with physicians, the Medical Director, Director of Nursing, therapy, dietary, and the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team to develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide accurate written and verbal reports regarding resident progress and wound healing.
Monitor wound healing, update care plans, and recommend treatment modifications when appropriate.
Ensure residents receive appropriate pressure injury prevention interventions, including repositioning, nutrition support, and skin protection.
Provide direct nursing care during emergencies while promoting resident comfort and dignity.
Work closely with residents and families to educate them on wound prevention and treatment plans.
Participate in staff education and provide in-service training related to wound care best practices.
Assist with monitoring wound care supplies and equipment inventory.
Maintain complete, accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations.
Protect resident privacy by maintaining HIPAA compliance and safeguarding Protected Health Information.
Report resident concerns, suspected abuse, safety issues, occupational exposures, and information security concerns promptly according to facility policy.
Foster positive working relationships with physicians, consultants, nursing staff, and families to ensure exceptional resident outcomes.
Communicate regularly with residents and their family about Plans of Care, PT, OT and other treatment protocols.
Maintain an acceptable standard of nursing practice and professional decorum.
Chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflect the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident’s response to the care.
Provide resident care including carrying out physician’s orders for care, including providing medication and treatment.
Perform treatments in a manner that protects the dignity and self-respect of the resident.
Accurately observe and assess wounds and pressure sores with prompt notification of physicians of lack of progress in healing or deterioration with the current treatment and or signs/symptoms of infection.
Ensure appropriate wound care management services are included in the plan to promote healing which includes but is not limited to special mattresses and nutritional supplements.
Assist in preparing and updating care plans for treatment-related issues.
Assist physicians and other healthcare providers when making visits and conducting examinations.
Communicate with physicians and other health professionals regarding resident care, treatment and condition.
Notify family and attending physicians of significant treatments related issues regarding their residents including: a. Sudden and/or marked adverse changes in skin condition or wounds; b. Any untoward response to as well as unavailability or refusal of any medication or treatment; c. Any treatment error that presents a significant risk; and d. The inability to timely obtain or administer any treatment-related medication, equipment, supplies or services as prescribed which poses a significant risk.
Participate in the orientation and on-going training of nursing staff.
Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to RN Supervisor and /or Director of Nursing (DON).
Assist with the overall supervision of the nursing staff.