Wound Care Nurse

Company: The Village Health & Rehabilitation
Location: Missoula
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to provide high quality, holistic nursing care in accordance with nursing practice standards and health care regulations which govern the practice of professional nursing. Lead or direct licensed and non-professional staff in the delivery of direct resident care and support functions.

Essential Job Functions Duties and Responsibilities

Skin/Wound Care Functions

1. Provides clinical expertise, education, consultation, leadership and research to the organization in relation to patients and staff with wound and skin needs. Ongoing education (formal and informal) is expected of the position to stay current with clinical standards of care and new products / equipment for wound and skin care interventions.
2. Serves as a resource to patients, staff, physicians and management.
3. Reviews and assists with recommendations on available resources to promote efficient, effective and compassionate care related to wound and skin care services throughout the organization. This includes auditing that the resources are being used, communicated and documented correctly according to the Federal and State regulations and the facilities policies and procedures.
4. Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care of wounds, fistulae, pressure ulcers and skin breakdown. This can include obtaining and reviewing the MD orders, completion of the plan of care, the treatment being provide and the documentation of that care so all aspects are correctly completed.
5. Coordinates with the Executive Director and the Director of Nursing with the ongoing tracking and trending of wounds and skin issues for quality initiatives, completion routine reporting forms, and provides recommendations if changes are noted, specifically monitoring the number and time for wound and skin care treatments and if additional resources are needed to insure they are being done as required per the MD orders.
6. Follows the Federal and State regulations and the facility policies and procedures as well as all infection control, safety, OSHA, CDC and privacy/security requirements.
7. Assists as requested with any survey/legal or regulatory requests in the wound and skin care area.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess specialized clinical knowledge/expertise on wound care and skin care to be able to be a resource to the staff and others.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility. Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Education and Experience

Prefer to have experience in nursing in a long-term care facility or similar experience. Wound and Skin Care experiences and specialty training/education

Licensing/Certifications

Must possess a current and active license to practice as an RN or LPN/LVN in this state. Wound/Skin Certification is preferable.

Physical Requirements

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others in the work place will not be considered qualified for employment if physical requirements cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation.

Essential functions are carried out in a variety of positions including standing and sitting. To meet residents' needs, all positions require the ability to move freely through the building. Other physical demands are required as described below.

Equipment and Tools

List equipment and tools operated and the frequency of use:

(Those that cannot be delegated to a co-worker.)

Facility Vehicles: Equipment: Computer and personal communication devices Medical and safety equipment within scope of practice

Tools: Other:

Working Conditions

Check which working conditions the employee is subject to:

Physical Conditions:

Extreme temperatures Noise Wet and/or humid Vibration

Workplace Hazards:

Blood, body fluids and/or infectious disease Hot Water Mechanical Electrical

Chemical Gasses Other___________

Additional Information

All employees are expected to create an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment. Developing and maintaining a good working rapport with all staff is critical to the functioning of the facility.

This position is expected to follow all facility policies and procedures. These policies and procedures can be found in the employee handbook, department policy and procedure manuals and with your supervisor.

This position will be required to work beyond normal work hours, additional shifts, weekends and holidays when necessary. This position is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g. severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).

Resident Rights

This facility is committed to a resident's right to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights are followed in accordance with state and federal guidelines and established facility policies. All employees need to review the facility policy on Resident Rights and how it applies to the position.

Continuous Improvement

Our expectation is that all employees will have a continuous focus on improving themselves, department and facility. All employees are expected to attend, plan, conduct and schedule in-service training classes as appropriate to the position. This includes meeting annual federal and state in-service requirements. In addition participation in departmental studies and projects is expected.

Conclusion

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Acknowledgment

I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I agree to perform the identified essential functions in a safe manner and in accordance with the facility's established procedures. I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants (including tobacco smoke), and hazardous chemicals and that the facility will provide to me instructions on how to prevent and control such exposures. I further understand that I may also be exposed to the Hepatitis B Virus and that the facility will make available to me, free of charge, the Hepatitis B vaccination.

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