Wound and Infection Control Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Don't Leaf This Opportunity Behind. Join Our Team!

The Avenue Care and Rehabilitation is a post-hospital rehabilitation and skilled nursing care facility offering a distinctive experience not commonly found in traditional care settings. With a hotel-like atmosphere and all-private suites, our environment is designed to promote comfort, dignity, and healing. We are proud to provide some of the area’s highest levels of rehabilitation, nursing, and medical support for individuals transitioning from hospital to home. Our team is dedicated to delivering compassionate physical, medical, emotional, and spiritual care in a respectful and uplifting setting.

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Infection Control Nurse to lead our efforts in preventing and managing infectious diseases. If you’re passionate about safety, education, and compliance, this is a vital role where you can make a real impact.

Job Duties:

• Develop and monitor infection prevention policies and procedures

• Conduct risk assessments and implement evidence-based practices

• Analyze infection and antibiotic usage data

• Educate staff on infection control protocols

• Participate in QAPI and quality improvement initiatives

• Oversee infection control training for new employees

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and report to leadership

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory guidelines

Qualifications:

• Current RN or LPN license

• Completion of state-approved Infection Control Preventionist training

• Certified in Infection Control Prevention

• Strong knowledge of infection control regulations

• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and conduct facility-wide inspections

Protect health and promote safety—apply today and lead our infection prevention efforts!

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Wound Nurse to join our team. In this important role, you will provide specialized care to residents with wounds, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and healing. If you’re a dedicated nurse with a passion for wound care and teamwork, we welcome your application.

Qualifications

• Current and valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of employment

• Experience in wound care and long-term care (preferred)

• Strong documentation, assessment, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Key Responsibilities

Wound Care Duties

• Obtain and update physician orders for wound care treatments

• Administer treatments and monitor healing progress

• Document wound status weekly (stage, size, depth, color, drainage, odor, resident response)

• Observe and document skin condition and changes

• Notify residents, families, physicians, and team members of changes

• Review and revise care plans as needed

• Participate in care planning meetings and MDS updates

• Report wound status to the Director of Nursing

• Provide wound care education and in-service training to staff

• Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards

• Maintain care within budgetary guidelines

• Participate in State Department of Health inspections and facility committees

• Complete management reports and special assignments as directed

   

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.