The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of wound care treatment programs for residents within the skilled nursing facility. This role ensures compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations while promoting optimal skin health, healing, and prevention of pressure injuries and other wounds. The Wound Care Nurse serves as a clinical resource, educator, and advocate for residents, families, and staff regarding wound prevention and management.

Join us with an attractive benefits offering:

Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K with matching funds
Life Insurance
Employee discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Reimbursement

Responsibilities:

Supervises Treatment Nurse as per scope of practice
Plans, assigns, and directs work in alignment with resident needs and staff capabilities
Prepares work assignments, adjusting for staffing levels and resident safety
Receives staffing-related calls and arranges replacements as needed
Transfers employees among units per staffing demands
Completes performance evaluations and provides input on hiring, disciplining, or terminating staff
Adjusts break schedules and resolves staff concerns
Oversee unit operations during absence of higher-level management
Use independent judgment in accordance with company policies and applicable laws

Education and/or Experience:

At least two years' experience working in Wound Care preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse with required state licensure.
Current CPR certification or CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
Current Wound Care certification required

Ciena Healthcare

We are a national organization of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living providers dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care in Michigan and Ohio.

We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. Join us, if you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way.

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