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Job Summary:

Wound Care needs to have a strong nursing background with great skills to provide care needed to the residents. Must be able to lead and direct employees. Must have

strong communications skills and able to talk with physicians, residents, families and outside

entities. Strong organizational skills and ability to review documentation to ensure proper care

is provided to the residents you are responsible for. Nursing skills include supervision of the

direct care staff, shared "staffing" on call responsibility.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct care nursing staff in the facility

The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for treating and managing wounds, pressure ulcers, ostomies and surgical incisions. They work closely with members of the nursing team to ensure that personalized treatment plans are followed correctly in order to prevent future infection or injury.

The ideal Wound Care Nurse candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, College or University. Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Florida.
• Two (2) years' experience in wound care in a post-acute care setting or equivalent, preferred.
• Wound Care certification preferred.

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