Wound Care Nurse RN

Location: Augusta Nursing and Rehab

Job Type: Full-Time

Are you a dedicated, compassionate nurse with a passion for wound care and a desire to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes? We are looking for a Wound Care
Nurse to join our skilled team and provide high-quality wound management and support to our residents. If you have the expertise and drive to ensure optimal care and healing for our residents, we want to hear from you!

• Liaison Between Physician and Nursing Staff – Serve as the primary contact between the Wound Specialist Physician and the nursing team, ensuring seamless communication and care coordination.
• Wound Care Program Development – Actively participate in the creation and achievement of Wound Care Program objectives, ensuring alignment with regulatory guidelines and best practices.
• Educational Leadership – Provide staff development by delivering educational programming to promote wound care knowledge and best practices within the nursing team.
• Policy and Procedure Implementation – Assist in the implementation and compliance of wound care policies, procedures, and standards, ensuring the facility meets all regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team – Work closely with the Interdisciplinary Team to address all aspects of care that contribute to effective wound healing.
• Direct Resident Care – Assess, treat, and monitor residents' wounds as ordered by the physician, ensuring appropriate care, follow-up, and resident comfort.
• Develop Individualized Treatment Plans – Assist in creating personalized treatment plans for each resident, promoting effective healing and improved outcomes.
• Communication with Physicians – Maintain ongoing communication with physicians to provide updates on resident care and ensure a comprehensive approach to wound management.
• Regulatory Compliance – Assist in facilitating regulatory compliance during surveys and inspections as directed by the Director of Clinical Services.
• Innovative Healthcare Solutions – Continuously look for opportunities to improve systems and processes that enhance the quality and effectiveness of wound care and overall resident outcomes.

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school – RN or LPN with active licensure to practice in the state of employment.
• Wound Care Certification – Current Wound Care Certification required, with CPR certification.
• A minimum of 1 year of wound care experience (preferably 2 years) in a healthcare setting.
• Passion for Patient Care – Must be compassionate, detail-oriented, and dedicated to providing the best care for residents.
• Strong Communication Skills – Ability to collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams effectively.
• Knowledge of Regulatory Standards – Familiarity with corporate and external regulatory guidelines related to wound care and healthcare practices.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays

Get paid in advance with us: We offer access to your earned but unpaid wages.

Build your own schedule: Pick up shifts when and where you want to work. We have an easy-to-use scheduling app to find and book open shifts or request additional hours.

Shift options: Mornings, Afternoon, and Night's shift options available. Additional hours by request.

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