Wound Care Nurse - Venice, United States - Sunset Lake Health and Rehabilitation Center

Description

The primary purpose of your position is to make comprehensive wound assessments and create plan of care including goals, implementation of treatment, evaluation and outcomes for residents throughout the Facility.

Further, the position will provide residents, family and staff education regarding wound management, prevention of pressure ulcers, fistulas, and ostomies, support surfaces, dressing selections and other therapies.

Additionally, the position will provide general direct nursing care to the residents, and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by CNAs/GNAs and other nursing personnel.

To monitor the performance of CNAs/GNAs, nursing and non-licensed personnel, provide education and counseling, perform disciplinary action as necessary, and complete performance evaluations.

Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our Facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services or Nurse Supervisor to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

• Valid nursing license in the state of [Location]
• Minimum of [X] years of experience as a Wound Care Nurse or in a related field
• Proficiency in patient assessment and the ability to develop individualized care plans
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred
• Knowledge of durable medical equipment (DME) used in wound care treatments
• Familiarity with ophthalmology procedures and treatments related to wound care
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• Experience with Botox injections for wound healing is a plus
• Competency in venipuncture for laboratory testing purposes
• Knowledge of senior care principles and practices
• Ability to administer inhalation therapies as part of wound care treatment plans
• Proficiency in specimen collection, processing, and handling