Registered Nurse Specialized in Wound Care in Beacon Falls, CT

A Great Place to Work

Join a Certified Great Place to Work and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our aging residents and their families. At our organization, you'll form lasting bonds and experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated. We invite you to be part of our compassionate team!

Wound Care Nurse

Full-Time with On-Call rotation

What You'll Do:

As a Wound Care Nurse, you’ll assess, treat, and monitor wound conditions in collaboration with a skilled interdisciplinary team. Your care planning and interventions will enhance wound healing and improve our residents' comfort and quality of life. You will serve as a practitioner, consultant, educator, and facilitator to elevate the standard of care for individuals with complex wound care needs.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide expertise and oversight for the wound care and prevention program for residents and staff.
• Conduct thorough wound assessments and create individualized care plans for patients with skin complications.
• Perform direct wound care interventions, including dressing changes, debridement, and wound irrigation.
• Review and implement wound care & prevention policies and procedures.
• Monitor the progress of wound healing and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on wound care protocols and prevention strategies.
• Work closely with physicians, wound care specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of wound assessments, interventions, and outcomes for regulatory compliance and reimbursement.

If you are a detail-oriented healthcare professional passionate about complex wound care needs, we encourage you to join our team. Make an impactful difference in people's lives in an organization that values your expertise and dedication!

What We Offer

Our team enjoys:
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications include:
• Valid state RN nursing license.
• Degree in nursing, epidemiology, biology, or microbiology preferred.
• 2+ years in wound care management, preferably in Long-Term Care.
• Knowledge of research-backed wound care and cleansing products.
• Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN) Certification preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Compassion and empathy for residents with complex wound care needs.
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and chronically ill.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

We Hire for Heart!

As a family-run organization since 1984, we value Kindness, Service, Compassion, and Excellence. Join our dedicated team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status.