Job description
A nonprofit healthcare organization in New York City is currently seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to join their staff as their new Wound Care Specialist. In this role, the Wound Care Specialist (RN) will be responsible for helping to assess wounds to determine both immediate treatment needs and long-term treatment plans.
About the Opportunity:- Length: Ongoing assignment
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 8am to 4pm OR 9am to 5pm
The Wound Care Specialist (RN) will:
- Assess the unique needs of each patient to determine appropriate treatment plans
- Educate patients and families on best practices to promote healing and wellness
- Track treatments and patient progress according to HIPAA guidelines
- Coordinate with clinical team to ensure smooth recovery processes
- Evaluate wounds and injuries for infections and other potential wound complication.
- Act as a liaison with Infection Control Nurse for skin and soft tissue infections and Multi Drug Resistant organisms
- Do rounds with Wound Physicians and Clinical teams; serve as liaison between Wound Physicians and Clinical staff
- Initiate nursing care procedures in managing acute and traumatic wounds.
- Provide regular formal and information in-services to nursing and other members of the IDT
- Create and manage care plans for patients with complex wounds, ostomies, and/or continence conditions
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
- NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Wound Care Certification (WCC) credentials from the National Alliance of Wound Care & Ostomy
- BLS and CPR certifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- Prior experience in Inpatient and Palliative Care
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