What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Wound Care Nurse position at Gulf Shore Care Center?
Wound Care Nurse
Job Details
Assess wounds; determine wound care needs and frequency with wound care physician.
Assist with providing direct patient care for wound care clients
Teach and educate clients, families and coordinate care with other nurses
Perform wound VAC dressing changes
Plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct our infection prevention and control program
Participate in the Infection Prevention and Control Committee to ensure that an effective infection prevention program is follwed
Requirements/Qualifications:
Current RN or LPN License in the state of Florida
Wound care certification and/or 1 year wound care experience preferred
CPR certified
Experience with wound VAC dressing changes
Must possess a working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic technique to include standard/transmission-based precautions.
APIC Certification in infection prevention and control preferred, but not necessary.
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