Wound Care Nurse

Parkside Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a skilled and compassionate Wound Care Nurse to join our healthcare team. As a Wound Care Nurse, you will be responsible for providing specialized care to patients with acute and chronic wounds. Your expertise in wound management and treatment will play a crucial role in promoting healing and preventing complications.

Duties:

• Assessing and evaluating patients' wounds, including the type, size, and severity
• Developing and implementing individualized wound care plans based on patients' needs
• Administering appropriate wound care treatments, such as dressings, debridement, and topical medications
• Monitoring patients' progress and documenting changes in wound status
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Educating patients and their families on proper wound care techniques and prevention strategies
• Utilizing electronic medical records systems for documentation and communication
• Following infection control protocols to minimize the risk of wound-related infections
• Performing specimen collection processing as needed for laboratory testing

Qualifications:

• Valid nursing license in GA
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Certification in Wound Care (WCC) preferred
• Proficiency in medical terminology and understanding of wound care principles
• Experience in case management to coordinate ongoing wound care needs
• Familiarity with dermal fillers for advanced wound healing techniques
• Strong attention to detail and excellent critical thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize patient needs
• Compassionate demeanor with a focus on providing patient-centered care

As a Wound Care Nurse, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives and contribute to their overall well-being.

If you are a dedicated and skilled Wound Care Nurse looking for a rewarding career opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us provide exceptional wound care services to our patients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36.00 - $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 46 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Ellijay, GA 30540 (Required)

Work Location: In person