Wound Nurse RN

Brickyard Healthcare•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

We rely on our Wound Care Nurse to provide specialized nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician, in accordance with standards of nursing practice, regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing Services. Why Work For Us? Excellent pay Excellent health benefits packages Career advancement opportunities Education reimbursement program of up to $7,500 per year Flexible scheduling available Benefits & Conditions: No waiting period for enrollment Three health plan options Delta Dental VSP Vision Free Basic Life Insurance Disability, Critical Illness, Accident & Legal Coverage 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program A full job description, including all responsibilities and physical requirements will be provided during the interview process upon request

Requirements

Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in good standing and currently licensed by the State or hold a multistate license recognized through the Nursing Compact Recognition
Must hold and maintain a current CPR certification
Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance

Nice To Haves

Wound Certification preferable (WCC, WOCN)

Responsibilities

Document resident progress in the medical record
Notify physician of new skin condition problems, changes of skin condition, and when skin conditions heal and document in resident's plan of care
Develop, update and revise care plans when appropriate
Follow Infection Control policies and procedures
Assist with admission and discharge of residents. Participate in patient education, Licensed Staff meetings and facility/company training and educational activities
Provide or assist with providing education to staff on wound care protocols, treatments, interventions
Follow facility policy and procedure for treatment and documentation of skin concerns