Wound Care Nurse Job at Crescent City Recruitment Group, New Orleans, LA

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  • Crescent City Recruitment Group
  • New Orleans, LA

Job Description

We are working with our client who has an opening for a Wound Care Nurse to work in their nursing home in New Orleans. This is a Monday - Friday position with a week of on call as part of the leadership team. Their job is to manage and monitor wounds to promote healing and prevent infections. Below is the job description for a wound care nurse:

Responsibilities:

  • Assess and evaluate patients with acute and chronic wounds, including pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, and other types of skin breakdown
  • Develop and implement treatment plans based on the individual needs of the patient
  • Monitor patients’ progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
  • Administer medication, dress wounds, and perform other procedures as required
  • Educate patients and their families about wound care and prevention of future wounds
  • Collaborate with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care
  • Document patient care and progress in electronic medical records
  • Maintain an inventory of wound care supplies and equipment
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest wound care treatments and techniques through continuing education and professional development

Qualifications:

  • Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
  • Wound Care Certification preferred, but not always required
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • Physical ability to perform wound care procedures, including standing, walking, and bending for extended periods of time
  • Familiarity with electronic medical records and other healthcare technology
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple patients and tasks simultaneously.

Job Tags

Monday to Friday,

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