Weekend RN Wound Nurse

## Weekend RN Wound Nurse Apply locations:
McCormick Post Acute:
Abbeville, SC:
Greenwood, SCtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition :
JR170713
** McCormick Post Acute
** situated in
** McCormick, South Carolina
** is just a short distance from Greenwood and Abbeville and is a familiar place with a lot of familiar faces. Joining our family orientated team means you will be part of a group dedicated to providing the highest quality patient care who are passionate in helping our residents maximize their potential and living life to the fullest.
** Weekend RN Wound Nurse Needed!
** Join our caring and compassionate nursing team at our skilled nursing & rehabilitation community! We are looking for an experienced and dedicated
** Weekend RN Wound Nurse
** who is passionate about providing exceptional resident care and helping our residents heal and thrive.  
** Position:
** Weekend RN Wound Nurse   
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* Schedule:

** Weekends   
** Competitive Pay- $36-38 per hour
** Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Facility
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* What You’ll Do:

** Provide wound care assessments and treatments   Monitor and document wound healing progress   Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members   Ensure compliance with wound care protocols and infection prevention standards   Educate staff on proper wound care practices   Advocate for the comfort, dignity, and well-being of our residents
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* What We’re Looking For:

** Current RN license in
** SC
* * in good standing   Wound care experience preferred   Long-term care experience is a plus   Strong clinical and organizational skills   Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented attitude
** Why Join Us?
** Supportive team environment   Opportunity to make a meaningful impact   Competitive pay   Professional growth opportunities   Rewarding work with amazing residents and staff

If you’re ready to bring your skills and compassion to a team that truly values you, we’d love to meet you!  Apply today and become part of our healthcare family!
** General Purpose
** The primary function of the Treatment Nurse is to ensure effective and efficient care is provided as prescribed by the physician and as required by facility policies and procedures. The Treatment Nurse reports to and is directly responsible to the Director of Nursing. Must be in accordance with current federal, state, local and corporate standards, regulations, and guidelines to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is provided to our residents at all times.
** Essential Responsibilities
*** Communicate regularly with residents and their family about Plans of Care, PT, OT and other treatment protocols.
* Excellent communication skills and strong customer service for residents.
* Maintain an acceptable standard of nursing practice and professional decorum.
* Chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflect the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident’s response to the care.
* Provide resident care including carrying out physican’s orders for care, including providing medication and treatment.
* Perform treatments in a manner that protects the dignity and self-respect of the resident.
* Accurately observe and assess wounds and pressure sores with prompt notification of physicians of lack of progress in healing or deterioration with the current treatment and or signs/symptoms of infection.
* Ensure appropriate wound care management services are included in the plan to promote healing which incudes but are not limited special mattresses and nutritional supplements.
* Assist in preparing and updating care plans for treatment-related issues.
* Assist physicians and other healthcare providers when making visits and conducting examinations.
* Communicate with physicians and other health professionals regarding resident care, treatment and condition.
* Notify family and attending physicians of significant treatments related issues regarding their residents including:  a. Sudden and/or marked adverse changes in skin condition or wounds;  b. Any untoward response to as well as unavailability or refusal of any medication or treatment;  c. Any treatment error that presents a…