What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wound Care Nurse position at Red Bay Nursing and Rehab?
Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Wound Care Nurse, where your expertise will directly impact patient recovery and quality of life. In this vital role, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized wound care treatments across diverse clinical settings. Your dedication will help promote healing, prevent complications, and ensure compliance with health regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that values compassionate patient care and professional growth.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments focusing on wound characteristics, physiology, and overall health status to develop tailored treatment plans.
- Administer advanced wound care therapies, including dressing changes, debridement, and infection control measures, adhering to best practices and safety standards.
- Manage medical documentation accurately within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and nursing policy requirements.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams such as physicians, physical therapists, and case managers to coordinate effective treatment strategies.
- Perform patient education on wound management, infection prevention, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote healing at home or in outpatient settings.
- Monitor vital signs and assess patient responses to treatments regularly; adjust care plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
- Maintain strict adherence to health regulations and state Nursing Practice Acts while practicing within scope of licensure.
Skills
- Proven experience in Level I Trauma Centers or Level II trauma center environments with exposure to emergency medicine and acute care scenarios.
- Extensive knowledge of hospital medicine, medical-surgical nursing, infectious disease care, and emergency room procedures.
- Skilled in IV insertion, venipuncture, medication administration, first aid, CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), AED operation, and basic life support (BLS).
- Proficient in using EMR/EHR systems for documentation; familiar with electronic health records management and medical records organization.
- Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and the principles of patient assessment within diverse clinical contexts including pediatrics, geriatrics, outpatient clinics, school health services, and post-acute care settings.
- Excellent communication skills for parent education and interprofessional collaboration; capable of maintaining patient confidentiality per HIPAA standards.
- Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely while maintaining compliance with health regulations; experienced in acute care procedures such as infection control protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Knowledgeable about the State Board of Nursing requirements and nursing policy compliance to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a tangible difference! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that encourages professional development while prioritizing patient well-being.
Pay: $36.79 - $44.31 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37 - $44