Job Description

Wound Care RN - Long Term Acute Care RN

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Type: Long Term Contract
Location: Manhattan NY
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Opportunity Description

Manhattan location is seeking full time a Registered Nurse Wound Care Specialist assignment This position will sit in the Upper West side of Manhattan location

Job Duties

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.
Liaison with Infection Control Nurse for skin and soft tissue infections and Multi Drug Resistant organisms.
Round 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.
Coordinate with rehab and other disciplines; serve as expert resource re: facility systems such as bed and wheelchair surfaces and other related devices
Serve as in house wound care expert; provide mentoring to Nursing & Medical Staff at point of service.
Provide regular formal and information in-services to nursing and other members of the IDT
Demonstrate

Experience & Skills Required

Looking for an experienced and motivated Wound Care Nurse

You must be a licensed registered nurse (RN) and have Wound Care Certified (WCC) credentials from the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy to be considered for this position; bilingual candidates are strongly preferred

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