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- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Wound Care Nurse Responsibilities & Duties
- Assess and evaluate patient wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment
- Develop and implement individualized wound care plans
- Clean and dress wounds, ensuring sterile techniques are followed
- Monitor and document patient progress, updating treatment plans as necessary
- Educate patients and their families on wound care best practices and infection prevention
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians and other healthcare professionals, to optimize patient care
- Perform debridement and other wound care procedures as required
- Stay updated with the latest wound care research, techniques, and products
- Manage wound care supplies and ensure their availability
- Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families
- Conduct regular follow-up appointments to monitor healing and make necessary adjustments to care plans
- Adhere to all healthcare regulations and safety standards
Wound Care Nurse Qualifications & Skills
- Experience in wound care nursing or a related field
- Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) licensure in CA
- Advanced knowledge of wound care treatments and technologies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Knowledge of current wound care research and protocols
- Experience in patient education and support
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Ability to perform wound care procedures, including debridement
- Proficiency in wound assessment and documentation
- Excellent communication skills
- Physical stamina to perform wound care tasks
- Attention to detail
- Commitment to continuous education and training in wound care