Wound Treatment Nurse RN

Must have active Florida RN License

Purpose of Position:

To provide skilled nursing care focused on the identification, treatment, documentation, and follow-up of patient wounds. This includes implementing physician-ordered wound treatments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards.

Essential Job Functions:

This role includes, but is not limited to, the following core responsibilities:

Responsibilities and Duties:

Wound Care:

• Administer wound treatments as per physician orders.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' skin conditions.
• Complete and present Skin Condition Reports weekly, monthly, and quarterly.
• Ensure treatment orders are detailed and clearly written.
• Conduct weekly wound rounds with Wound Care Physicians.
• Maintain and stock Treatment Carts on each unit.
• Manage and order Medicare Part B wound care supplies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date administration records.
• Ensure timely completion of all treatments.
• Follow aseptic, isolation, and infection control procedures at all times.
• Support communicable disease monitoring and hazardous condition reporting.

New Admissions:

• Conduct skin assessments within 24 hours of admission.
• Complete and scan skin assessment sheets into the resident's medical record.
• Recommend appropriate treatment plans and monitor progress.

Inventory Management:

• Recommend equipment and supply needs for wound care.
• Support cost-effective inventory control procedures.
• Inspect supplies and equipment regularly for proper function and availability.
• Ensure staff are trained and authorized to operate equipment safely.

Licensure and Certification Requirements:

• Licensed Nurse in good standing with the State of Florida.
• Level II background screening with eligible status required.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.

Qualifications:

• Proven knowledge of wound care, including assessment, cleaning, dressing, and monitoring.
• Experience developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Strong understanding of infection control techniques.
• Skilled in documentation and outcome tracking.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Prior experience with geriatric skin conditions preferred.
• Familiarity with nursing and medical practices in Long-Term Care.
• Strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills.