Job Details
HCP Talent is collaborating with a Long-Term Care/Rehabilitation (205 beds) in the Bronx, NY 10465 that is seeking a Wound Care/Infection Control Nurse for a Full-time M-F day shift (7a-3p) position.***Free Parking***
WCC/IFC Nurse Duties and Responsibilities:
- Attend wound rounds alongside the wound MD
- Expertly assess to all open wounds, encompassing changing, cleansing, and dressing.
- Thoroughly complete all necessary admission paperwork and meticulously document residents' care.
- Offer unwavering support and guidance to residents and their families.
- Diligently monitor resident's wound status and ensure initiation of essential medication or treatments.
- Strictly adhere to our rigorous infection-control policies, ensuring the safety of both residents and our dedicated team.
- Guarantee the delivery of top-quality care by upholding our facility's outlined standards and care protocols.
- Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality regulations.
- Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC
- Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices
- Performs work within the scope of his/her license
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Must be knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation: up to $130K annually.
- Free parking
- Generous PTO
- Comprehensive Benefits: medical, optical and dental insurance.
- 401K
- Perks & Recognition
- Nurturing Environment
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Valid NYS RN License
- 2+ Year Experience in Long-Term Care Required
- 2+ Year of Nursing Experience Required
- Wound and Ostomy certification required
- Infection control certification required