RN Wound Care Coordinator

Overview

Gateway Rehab, located in Florence, KY is a 40‑bed inpatient rehab providing rehabilitative services to people recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses. We help our patients regain their physical or cognitive abilities so they can return home at their highest level of independence. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast‑paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Wound Care Coordinator

We are seeking a Wound Care Coordinator to join our team.

Responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the plan of care for facility patients with wound care needs. Provide specialized consultation and education on wound, ostomy and continence issues for patients, families, nursing and medical staff. The provision of care includes direct care along with the delegation and supervision of all wound, ostomy, and incontinence care. Specific components of the Registered Nurse role include demonstrating clinical competence;

managing patient care; improving quality of care; establishing professional relationships and utilizing professional skills; fulfilling responsibilities of the role of the hospital; and developing clinical expertise per specialty.

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required.
• One (1) year experience in wound care required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra‑approved vendor required.

• Certification in Wound Care preferred within 6 months of hire. Two years of experience will be considered in lieu of certification.
• Wound, Ostomy, Continence (CWOCN) certification preferred. Two (2) years experience working in wound care preferred.
• Two (2) years experience working in an acute hospital preferred. Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• FREE prescription plans
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet Insurance
• Group legal - provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance