Wound Care and Skin Health Team Lead, RN

Company: Cottage of the Shoals
Location: Tuscumbia
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

Wound Care and Skin Health Team Lead, RN at Cottage of the Shoals summary:
The Wound Care and Skin Health Team Lead, RN at Genesis Healthcare is responsible for leading a comprehensive skin health and wound management program, ensuring high-quality care and collaboration within the nursing center. The role involves serving as the clinical expert on skin and wound care products, overseeing necessary medical equipment, and ensuring adherence to national wound guidelines. Candidates must hold a valid RN license and have or commit to obtaining national accredited wound certification.
Overview: At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Responsibilities: *Lead and integrate a fully developed Skin Health and Wound management program in collaboration with nursing center management.*Support central supply serving as the clinical expert for skin, wound, and incontinent products.*Oversee durable medical equipment related to the prevention and management of wounds. Qualifications: *Must possess a RN license (MPT/DPT with leadership review/approval) *Must complete Skin Health Team Lead orientation training and Wound Basics within 90 days of hire *Commitment to attend monthly support calls is required. *Must have national accredited wound certification (CWS, CWCN, WCC, CWON, WOC, AWCC)or be committed to complete Advanced Wound Training and national accredited Wound Certification within 1 year of hire (For those hired with wound certification, completion of a fast-track hybrid program for regulatory wound care requirements will be provided) *Knowledge and experience with clinical charting, incident reporting and investigation response is required. *Must have a strong knowledge base of acceptable standards of care for nurses, providers, therapists, dietitians, and others on the nursing center team. *Experience in team building and demonstrating respect for the interprofessional team in wound management is required. *Must have knowledge of national wound guidelines and wound products. *Knowledge of nursing home regulations and survey process is required. *Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, Database Management, PowerPoint skills are required. Benefits: *Variable compensation plans*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships*Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive (DEI) workplace with DEI committee. DEI is a part of our company's DNA.*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off*Nursing Tuition Assistance Program -We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:*Pet Insurance*Term and Whole Life Insurance*Short-term Disability*Hospital Indemnity*Personal Accident*Critical Illness*Cancer Coverage -Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service. Posted Salary Range: USD $79,040.00 - USD $83,200.00 /Yr.

Keywords:
wound care, skin health, RN, nursing management, healthcare, long-term care, patient care, clinical expertise, medical equipment, wound certification

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