Lead Skin Integrity and Wound Care Nurse -LPN

Assistant Skin Health Team LeadWe are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.ResponsibilitiesAssist to develop and facilitate a person-centered team approach to patient/resident care related to the prevention and management of wounds within the nursing center.Report directly to a designated Skin Health Team Lead (SHTL) and the Director of Nursing (DON) with dotted line to the Nursing Home Administrator.Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to effectively communicate with family members/responsible parties/authorized representatives and patients/residents regarding the prevention and management of skin and wounds as well as the change in patient/resident condition and overall residency experience.Coordinate and lead weekly team wound rounds and post-meet-ups for follow up discussions.Train staff in all areas related to skin and wound; such as aseptic technique, measuring and evaluating, recognizing wound types, skin checks, turning and positioning, treatments and interventions.Along with the designated SHTL and DON communicate with appropriate staff and coordinate readiness for any potential patient/resident admissions with skin/wound needs.Serve as 'Surface Specialist' (bed/chair), negative pressure wound therapy, and the incontinence and ostomy resource.Act as a clinical expert for skin, wound, and incontinent products and provide oversight for Durable Medical Equipment related to the prevention and management of wounds; such as surfaces, negative pressure.QualificationsLPNCompletion of Skin Health Team Lead orientation training within 90 days of hire is required.Must complete of Wound Basics within 90 days of hire.Commitment to complete Advanced Wound Training and completion of a national accredited Wound Certification within 1 year of hire is a must. For those hired with wound certification, completion of a fast-track hybrid program for regulatory wound care requirements will be provided.BenefitsVariable compensation plansTuition, Travel, and Wireless Service DiscountsEmployee Assistance Program to support mental healthEmployee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardshipsHealth, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time OffFree 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family membersOn-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you've already earnedWe also offer several voluntary insurances such as:Pet InsuranceTerm and Whole Life InsuranceShort-term DisabilityHospital IndemnityPersonal AccidentCritical IllnessCancer CoverageRestrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.Posted Salary Range USD $34.00 - USD $39.00 /Hr.