Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Wound Care Nurse to join our team of wound care professionals. As part of our team, you would be responsible for providing care under the supervision of a Nurse Practitioner. You must be a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) to be considered for this position; bilingual candidates are strongly preferred.
Job Responsibilities
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The LICENSED PRACTICAL/VOCATIONAL NURSE or WOUND CARE TREATMENT NURSE is a member of the patient care team responsible for providing care under the supervision of a Nurse Practitioner
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The LICENSED PRACTICAL/VOCATIONAL NURSE or WOUND CARE TREATMENT NURSE is responsible for providing primary skin care to residents, with an emphasis on treatment and therapy of skin disorders
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Identify, manage and treat specific skin disorders and primary and secondary lesions, such as skin abrasions, foot problems such as corns and callouses, decubitus ulcers, bacterial, parasitic and viral skin infections, scaling popular diseases, and benign tumors
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Provide, with established protocols and under the supervision of the Nurse Practitioner, treatment for uncomplicated dermatologic disorders
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Document treatment and findings in resident health record
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Excellent customer service skills
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Excellent communication (written and verbal) and organization skills required
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Must be able to read, write and understand the English language
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Assist in the evaluation and manage all acute, chronic wounds, surgical wounds and dermatologic wounds
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Track treatments and patient progress according to HIPAA guidelines
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Provides individualized patient teaching and counseling
Qualifications:
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Valid IL Practical/Vocational Nurse License (LPN/LVN)
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Two (2) years clinical experience as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in an acute and/or subacute hospital environment with treatment nurse experience
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CPR and basic life support (BLS) certifications
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Certification and prior experience in wound care
What We Offer:
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Monday - Friday schedule, no weekends
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401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match)
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Internal ongoing educational/training opportunities
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Competitive compensation
When you join our team, you have the opportunity to develop your career based on your strengths and potential, including the possibility to move functionally, geographically, laterally and vertically. This is a career destination for engaged, caring, passionate and talented people who want to make a difference. We are the leader in the development and management of comprehensive wound healing.
Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or marital status.
