Wound Care Nurse; LPN or RN

Overview

Wage: $45 - $57 Depending on license type. M-F plus on-call rotation.

Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Wound Care Nurse (LPN or RN) to be responsible for managing wound care among residents and other duties assigned.

• Assesses and treats residents' wound care needs.
• Supervises nursing care to residents.
• Complies with state and Federal Regulations.
• Works collaboratively with members of the healthcare team.
• Maintains standards of professional nursing practice.
• Provides back-up to Director of Nursing when needed.
• Reviews assignments with Director of Nursing and Administrator.
• Observes changes in resident status, needs or preferences, and communicates them appropriately to the Director of Nursing and/or Resident Care Manager.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to procedures for fire, life safety, disaster, security, work, safety, and other emergency procedures.
• Receives and executes written and verbal orders from the physician or designated agent, as permitted by state regulations.

• Must possess a current RN or LPN license. License must be in good standing.
• Must have current wound care certification.
• Must have a minimum 1 year of experience as a Wound Care Nurse in a healthcare setting.
• Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.

• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.

• Competitive Wages
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center
6220 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA

Evergreen Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.