What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care RN position at MediLodge of Frankenmuth?
Wound Care Nurse Registered Nurse (RN) Part-Time
Facility: MediLodge of Frankenmuth
We invite you to apply and be part of a team that truly values your contribution. We offer competitive wages and are committed to fostering a workplace where growth, teamwork, and patient-centered care are at the forefront. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.
Why MediLodge?
- Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
- Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
- Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
- Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
- Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.
Key Benefit Package Options?
- Michigan Direct Care Incentive: We offer a Three Dollar and Forty Cent Michigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage.
- Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
- Unlimited Referral Bonuses.
Start rewarding and stable career with MediLodge today!
Summary:
The Wound Care Registered Nurse plans, coordinates, and provides total nursing care for our skilled nursing facility residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members in relation to wound care.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Graduate of accredited RN School of Nursing
Licenses/Certification:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state employed.
- Valid CPR certification.
Experience:
- Two year of nursing experience preferred.
Job Functions:
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the ostomy care for patients on units.
- Provides advanced clinical guidance to physicians and nursing staff for complex wound drainage, drainage confinement, skin protection, and the prevention of pressure necrosis (skin deterioration and skin loss).
- Develops and conducts educational programs for staff.
- Determines appropriate nursing interventions for identified patient problems, symptoms, and teaching needs.
- Develops a patient care plan and determines the equipment, materials, and resources needed to successfully implement the care plan.
- Selects the stoma (opening) site on the patient prior to surgery, based on the patient's anatomy, activity level, and lifestyle.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
- Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
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