Wound Care Nurse - Highland Park Illinois

Company: Franciscan Ministries
Location: Highland Park, Illinois
Posted On: 07/02/2025

Overview: $2,500 Sign-on Bonus! Position Summary In this role, you will be responsible for the management of the community’s wound program. This includes assessment, prevention, evaluation, implementation and education on wound prevention and care. A deep understanding of wound management principles, resident care, and ability to collaborate with the healthcare teams to promote positive outcomes is essential. Essential Functions, Key Duties, & Responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive assessments and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of wound assessments, treatments, and patient responses. • Conduct wound rounds with rounding practitioner. • Identify factors affecting wound healing and develop person centered care plans. • Complete treatments per physician orders. • Educate residents, families and associates on wound care management and prevention strategies. • Provide hands on training and support to nursing staff regarding best practices in wound care and prevention. • Work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordination of care. • Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met. • Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to wound care, including tracking infection rates, pain management, and healing outcomes. • Participates in the survey process when inspection surveys arise. • Other duties as assigned. Education : A Nursing degree from an accredited college or university. Licenses/Certifications: Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) preferred, LPN with extensive wound management experience. • Strong assessment and critical thinking skills. • Certification in wound care is preferred. • CPR certification is preferred. LivingJoyfully Min: USD $40.00/Hr. Max: USD $46.00/Hr. More...

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