Wound Care and Infection Control Nurse (RN)

Peakscarecenter • Longmont, CO, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Wound Care and Infection Control Nurse (RN)

The Peaks Care Center is looking for a caring, compassionate and kind Registered Nurse. We strive to provide care to our residents that exceeds industry standards and we are looking for a Wound Care Nurse and Infection Control Registered Nurse that wants to join that mission!

The ideal candidate for this role will have a passion for serving and caring for the elderly population, the desire to build a genuine rapport with those that they’re charged to care for and the ability to provide individualized, resident-centered nursing care.

Do you thrive in a teamwork environment? Are you searching for an organization that offers flexible work schedules, benefits, and competitive wages?

Benefits provided at The Peaks Care Center:

SIGN ON BONUS
Employee Referral BONUS
Great Patient to Nurse Staff Ratios
Mentorship and Growth opportunities
Shift Differentials
Paid Vacation Part Time Only
Paid Sick Time Part Time Only
Employee Discount Program
Employee Payroll Advance
Continuity in work Schedule
Flexible Scheduling with OnShift
Payroll Advance(s) with OnShift Wallet

Responsibilities:

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate all aspects of wound care for patients.
Provide direct patient care and educate other nurses regarding skin preservation and wound care.
Assess all admitting patients for risk factors, implement interventions to prevent pressure injury, teach staff, and complete necessary documentation.
Review, analyze data, and report infection control trends through the use of an electronic surveillance system.
Assist in identifying infection control issues and conduct both process and outcome monitoring.
Coordinate outbreak investigations with the director of nursing and medical director.
Coordinate and monitor monthly departmental infection control rounds processes.
Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee.
Provide information to residents and family members on prevention techniques and other ways to maintain or improve the general health and psychosocial status of the resident.

General Requirements:

Valid and active state-issued Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university required.
2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) preferred.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
High School Diploma or equivalent.

***WAGE RANGE: $40.00-$52.78 D.O.E.***

Please contact HR Director Lisa Hill at 303-776-2814 to schedule your interview today! Or apply directly at www.peakscarecenter.com

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