Wound Care Nurse (RN/LPN) Job at Polaris Health and Wellness in Raymore

What You'll Do: As aWound Care Nurse, you will play an important role in the assessment, treatment, and ongoing management of wounds while collaborating with residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team. Perform comprehensivewound assessments, reassessments, and ongoing wound management Develop and implement individualized wound care plans according to physician orders and facility policies Monitor wound progress and document treatments and outcomes accurately Identify changes in wound condition and communicate concerns promptly to the appropriate medical team Collaborate with physicians, nurses, CNAs, therapy, dietary, and other members of the interdisciplinary team Supportinfection prevention and controlpractices throughout the facility Compile, track, and submit infection prevention and wound-related data as required Assist with employee health and infection prevention matters, including exposures, communicable diseases, and vaccine-preventable illnesses Provide education and guidance to nursing staff regarding wound care and infection prevention best practices Help ensure compliance withstate and federal regulations, facility policies, and clinical standards Support a culture of compassionate, resident-centered care