Wound Care Nurse (RN)

Wound Care Nurse PositionLincoln Park Nursing and Rehab makes it top priority to care for seniors with the respect, compassion, and dignity they deserve. We understand that caring is what makes a community and without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community. It is what sets us apart from any other Skilled Nursing Facility.At Lincoln Park Nursing, our nursing staff are overly courteous, respectful and always maintain a high level of professionalism. Our primary goal is to get you back in a condition to be independent once again while maintaining a friendly environment and providing nutritionally enhanced meals.We are looking for a Wound Care Nurse to care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery. You will also be responsible for educating them and their families on prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. You will be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently. The goal is to promote patient's being by providing high quality nursing care.Responsibilities:Administer treatments and procedures in accordance with the physician's orders.Ensure that residents are medicated prior to treatments when appropriate.Assist with orienting residents and families to the wound care process upon admission.Observe and document resident response to treatment, at a minimum weekly, and as needed.Ensure adequate levels of treatment ointments, supplies and equipment are available at all times.Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each resident.Maintain a comprehensive understanding and adherence to all aspects of resident rights, including the right to be free of abuse.Promptly report to the Administrator all incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of resident's rights.Promptly report injuries of unknown origin to the Floor Nurse and Director of Nursing, including skin tears.Requirements:A minimum of 1-2 years' wound care nurse experienceA team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skillsOutstanding organizational and multi-tasking skillsValid nurses license in the state of WisconsinApply now to join our team as a Wound Care Nurse and help make a real difference!