What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Nurse position at Mission Health Communities?
Roberta Health and Rehab in Roberta, GA. is looking to hire a full-time Wound Care Nurse to join our team. Are you looking for a career with a health care company that will value you? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and caring clinical team? If so, please read on
This rehabilitation nursing position earns a competitive salary. We also provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, a flexible spending account (FSA), a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), life insurance, continuing education unit (CEU) reimbursement, and daily pay options*. If this sounds like the right opportunity in health care for you, apply today
As a Roberta team member, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and caring clinical environment. We are proud of the difference we make in the lives of our residents during their rehabilitative journeys, and we invite like-minded individuals to explore this wonderful career opportunity.
The RN/LPN assists in responsibility for total resident care for the assigned wing or wings of residents following established facility policy and procedures, federal and state regulations, and nursing standards of practice.
Duties:
Major job functions include performing nursing tasks to assure resident needs are met. This includes skin assessments, wound treatments, wound prevention, assessing all new admissions on arrival to facility. assess and evaluate resident needs, condition and care; administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician; orders and receives medications from the pharmacy; evaluates for side effects of medications and reports to appropriate personnel; admits and discharges residents; oversees CNA staff; ensures wound care policy and procedures are followed; completes charting as required; ensures resident care plans are followed; conducts assessments of residents with condition changes and reports to charge nurse/supervisor.
In addition, the Wound Care Nurse will transcribe and execute physician orders; completes documentation as required; gives report to nursing staff; follows and upholds Resident Bill of Rights and facility policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality and follows HIPAA requirements; assists with orientation of new staff; etc. Provides excellent customer service and communication to all residents/families/visitors/MD's/ coworkers, etc.
Qualifications:
This position requires RN/LPN licensure with the GA Board of Nursing.
Must have current CPR certification with American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Wound care certified and 1 year experience with wound care/treatments is required.
Preference is given to applicants with previous experience in medical, surgical or geriatric nursing.
Must have a desire to work with the elderly.
Must maintain confidentiality to ensure compliance with all HIPAA regulations.
Are you trustworthy and respectful of others? Is being dependable, professional, and a team player at the heart of all you do? Do you enjoy serving and caring for seniors? Can you easily establish a good rapport with others and communicate effectively? If yes, you might just be perfect for this rehabilitation nursing position
WORK SCHEDULE
This Full-time health care position works day shift.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR REHABILITATION NURSING TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this rehabilitation nursing job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you
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Salary : $60,000 - $90,000