Wound Care and Skin Health Team Lead - RN at Applewood Center - NH summary:
The Wound Care and Skin Health Team Lead - RN oversees and integrates a comprehensive skin health and wound management program in a long-term care environment. This role requires a registered nurse with national wound certification and involves collaboration with nursing management, centralized supply, and durable medical equipment management. The position focuses on enhancing patient well-being through exceptional care, data management, and team-building skills in a supportive and inclusive workplace.
Overview:
At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities:
*Lead and integrate a fully developed Skin Health and Wound management program in collaboration with nursing center management.
*Support central supply serving as the clinical expert for skin, wound, and incontinent products.
*Oversee durable medical equipment related to the prevention and management of wounds.
Qualifications:
*Must possess a RN license (MPT/DPT with leadership review/approval)
*Must complete Skin Health Team Lead orientation training and Wound Basics within 90 days of hire *Commitment to attend monthly support calls is required.
*Must have national accredited wound certification (CWS, CWCN, WCC, CWON, WOC, AWCC)or be committed to complete Advanced Wound Training and national accredited Wound Certification within 1 year of hire (For those hired with wound certification, completion of a fast-track hybrid program for regulatory wound care requirements will be provided)
*Knowledge and experience with clinical charting, incident reporting and investigation response is required.
*Must have a strong knowledge base of acceptable standards of care for nurses, providers, therapists, dietitians, and others on the nursing center team.
*Experience in team building and demonstrating respect for the interprofessional team in wound management is required.
*Must have knowledge of national wound guidelines and wound products.
*Knowledge of nursing home regulations and survey process is required.
*Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, Database Management, PowerPoint skills are required.
Benefits:
*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive (DEI) workplace with DEI committee. DEI is a part of our company's DNA.
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
*Nursing Tuition Assistance Program
We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
*Pet Insurance
*Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability
*Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident
*Critical Illness
*Cancer Coverage
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
Posted Salary Range: USD $90,000.00 - USD $104,000.00 /Yr. Bonus: USD $2,500.00
Keywords:
wound care, skin health, registered nurse, long-term care, wound management, healthcare leadership, patient care, clinical expertise, team management, nursing certification