Wound Care RN

Responsibilities of the Wound Care Nurse:

• Works in conjunction with the DNS in supervising the restorative nursing, and wound care programs.
• Review new or worsening wounds.
• Reviews pressure ulcer prevention interventions.
• Makes recommendations relating pressure relieving devices.
• Coordinate wound care with interdisciplinary team (dietitian, rehab services, social service, nursing)
• Develop nursing care plans for resident at risk or currently with skin integrity issues, include treatment protocols
• Conduct weekly wound rounds with wound care consultant(s) / provider and conduct MD and family notifications and follow-up (care plan updates, etc).
• Provide resident and staff education. Work collaboratively with Physical therapy and nursing staff to maintaining nursing rehabilitation programs