Wound Program Coordinator

Encompass Health • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Wound Program Coordinator oversees and develops wound care services in accordance with regulatory standards and physician orders. The role collaborates with clinical teams to guide wound care treatments, educates hospital staff as well as patients and families, and maintains ongoing education on current wound care techniques and advancements. For acute rehabilitation hospitals, the required professional license may be RN, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist; for long-term acute care hospitals, an RN is required.

Requirements

• RN, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist license for acute rehabilitation hospitals; RN license for long-term acute care hospitals.
• CPR certification.
• At least one year of wound care experience.
• Ongoing wound care education through seminars or professional organizations.
• Effective communication and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop wound care services in adherence to regulatory standards and physician orders.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to provide guidance on wound care treatments.
• Lead hospital staff education on wound care topics.
• Educate patients and family members about wounds and wound care.
• Maintain continuous education and stay updated on wound care techniques and advancements.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities.
• Company-matching 401(k).
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed