What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Nurse (LPN) position at Nexus at Belleville?
Description:
Join us at the Nexus of compassion and care.
Wound Care Nurse (LPN) Benefits:
- Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits coverage
- 401K Plan
- Employee rewards program
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Weekly & Monthly Employee Appreciation Events
- Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations
- Growth from within
- Team-oriented work environment
Wound Care Nurse (LPN) Responsibilities:
- As a wound care nurse (LPN), you will provide primary skincare to residents.
- You will identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders, primary and secondary lesions, and decubitus ulcers.
- You will participate in the development and implementation of patient care plans.
- As a wound care nurse you will educate family, staff, and residents about the importance of nutrition, skin barriers, hydration, turning, and repositioning to promote wound healing.
Wound Care Nurse (LPN) Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited nursing education program.
- Illinois registration as a LPN or RN.
- Requires employee to have had no abuse records.
- One year experience as a wound nurse, preferred.