Wound Care Nurse (Registered Nurse)

Job Description

Job Description

RN Wound Care (Registered Nurse)

Bayview Healthcare is looking for an excellent Registered Nurses (RN) to join our Team as the Wound Care Nurse !

ABOUT BAYVIEW HEALTHCARE - Located in Rockledge, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect, dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Now offering United Health Care health insurance!

• Competitive Wages

• Referral Bonuses

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• PayActiv, Get Paid Before Pay Day

• Team Building Events

• Lots of Employee Appreciation Activities

• Friendly Fun Competitions

• Milestone Luncheons / Gifts

• Mentorship Programs

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Pay

• Medical * Dental * Vision * Life * STD Insurances

• 401K retirement plan

Summary of the RN Wound Nurse (Registered Nurse):

Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations, and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the RN Wound Nurse (Registered Nurse):

• Obtain changes in physician’s orders as indicated by resident’s progress or lack of progress

• Communicate pertinent information about resident condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors and Director of Nursing, as indicated.

• Maintain clean, orderly treatment cart and restock treatment supplies.

• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures.

• Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures

• Document pressure sore status weekly or more often as condition changes.

• Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.

• Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home.

• Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned.

• Other special projects and duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements of RN Wound Nurse (Registered Nurse):

• Registered Nurse current state license in Florida

• One (1) year related nursing experience preferred

• Must have a current/active CPR certification.

• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.

• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.

• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.

• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.

• Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change.

• Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employees and vendors.