Wound Care (RN)

Wantmore than just a job, looking for a career? MediLodge wants you!

Weare currently hiring for a Wound Care (RN).

MediLodgeis a skilled nursing group that is looking for the best, most compassionateemployees to join our team.

Acareer with MediLodge is a rewarding one where you can see the impact onresidents and their family members.

Wepromote "growing our own" and are very involved in our employees development,helping them to achieve their goals!

MediLodge offers Top Notch Benefit Packagesto our Employees!

• Competitive Wages
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Sick & Vacation Time
• 401k Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Aflac and Colonial Ancillary Insurance Products

Helpus make a difference!

Summary : Plans, coordinates and provides total nursing care for residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members in relation to wound care.

Scope of work may be modified by state specific rules under the Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications : Education :

Education :

Graduate of accredited RN School of Nursing

Licenses / Certification :

• Valid RN license in the state employed
• Valid CPR certification

Experience :

two year of nursing experience preferred.

Essential Functions :

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the ostomy care for patients on units
• Provides advanced clinical guidance to physicians and nursing staff for complex wound drainage, drainage confinement, skin protection, and the prevention of pressure necrosis (skin deterioration and skin loss)
• Develops and conducts educational programs for staff
• Determines appropriate nursing interventions for identified patient problems, symptoms, and teaching needs
• Develops a patient care plan and determines the equipment, materials, and resources needed to successfully implement the care plan
• Selects the stoma (opening) site on the patient prior to surgery, based on the patient's anatomy, activity level, and lifestyle
• Performs related responsibilities as required

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Disclaimer :

This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.