Welcome to Avantara Palos Heights , a premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the charming community of Palos Heights, Illinois. We are proud to have earned the prestigious Gold Seal of Approval® Certification from The Joint Commission for Post-Acute Care and Nursing Care, showcasing our commitment to providing the highest standards of healthcare quality and safety. At Avantara Palos Heights , we combine advanced rehabilitation therapies with personalized, compassionate care to ensure that each resident receives exceptional support on their road to recovery. Situated in a beautiful suburban area, Palos Heights is known for its highly rated public schools, abundant parks, and vibrant community life. Many notable residents call this neighborhood home, adding to its welcoming and prestigious atmosphere. If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding care and want to work in a facility that values excellence, Avantara Palos Heights offers an enriching environment for healthcare professionals looking to grow their careers. Are you looking for a rewarding career in Nursing? We are currently searching for a Wound Care Coordinator RN to join our friendly, caring and supportive team! We are rapidly growing and our team is looking to invest in a Wound Care Coordinator RN by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed. We offer great benefits including: On Demand Pay. Competitive wages. Tuition reimbursement. Internal growth opportunities. *Medical, dental, and vision insurance options. *Short-term and long-term disability insurance options. *401K with employer match. Employee concierge program. Employee assistance program. And more! *Please note that benefit packages vary based on hours worked. As a Wound Care Coordinator you are instrumental in improving the lives of our residents. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at Avantara Palos Heights by providing support to the Treatment Doctor and overseeing the wound care team, assisting the patients with the delivery of wound care services under the supervision of the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of Nursing, with lifting, turning and repositioning of residents during the delivery of wound care, observing changes in condition, ensuring a safe environment and maintaining education. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they are comfortable and safe. To be eligible for consideration applicants should have: As a minimum, an unencumbered State of Illinois R egistered Nurse (RN), C.P.R. certification, and Wound Care certification preferred, but a minimum of 2 (two) years of experience in wound care treatment is acceptable. Located at 7850 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463, Avantara Palos Heights is nestled in a scenic area with convenient access to local parks, top-rated schools, and a strong sense of community. The peaceful suburban setting, combined with proximity to major routes, makes it an ideal location for both work and life. Join our compassionate team today and become part of a facility recognized for its dedication to improving the lives of our residents while enjoying the benefits of one of Illinois' most desirable neighborhoods. Avantara Palos Heights is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Avantara Palos Heights never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.
Asure Wound Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Clinical Specialist, Wound Care Supplies to join our team. This is a remote position based in the Chicago area (you must live in this area) and requires experience working in nursing homes or long-term care facilities as well as a strong background in wound care. The ideal candidate must be comfortable driving distances up to 2 hours away. Starting salary for this position is $75,000/yr Benefits include: travel reimbursement, paid Holidays, PTO, Health benefits Shift: Monday - Friday Wound Care Responsibilities: Provide clinical expertise and support to nursing homes and long-term care facilities in the management of wounds and wound-related conditions Develop and implement wound care plans for residents in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team Educate and train nursing home staff on proper wound care techniques, products and equipment usage Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure proper wound care is provided in a timely manner Monitor and document the progress of wounds and adjust wound care plans as needed Maintain current knowledge of best practices in wound care and stay abreast of new developments in the field Wound Care Requirements : Active nursing license At least 3 years of nursing experience in nursing homes or long-term care facilities Wound care certification preferred Strong understanding of wound care principles and practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office Must be comfortable driving distances up to 2 hours away Asure Wound Solutions offers a competitive salary and benefits package for our Clinical Specialists, Wound Care Supplies. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for wound care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Overview Position: Wound Care Nurse Registered Nurse (RN) Location: RUSH Specialty Hospital - Chicago, IL Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday Compensation: $46.58 - $62 per hour , based on experience Added Perks: Company Paid Parking RUSH Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Wound Care Nurses (RNs) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way. We support your career growth and personal well-being: Start Strong : Extensive Registered Nurse (RN) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting Invest in Your Future : 100% company-paid scholarship (BSN), tuition reimbursement, and continuing education Elevate Your Skills : Clinical ladder programs and certifications such as PCCN and CCRN Ease the Burden : Student debt benefit program Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO and 401(K) with company match Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care Responsibilities Preserving the integrity of the skin by implementing and monitoring skin preservation strategies. Ensuring all wound and skin care protocols are approved by the medical staff. Organizing multidisciplinary wound and skin rounds on a weekly basis for high risk patients and patients with current pressure ulcers and other significant wounds. Providing hands-on wound care for all difficult and non-healing wounds. Serving as a resource to all hospital staff on all issues related to wound and skin care. Ensuring all regulatory requirements are met Qualifications Minimum qualifications AD (Associate's degree in Nursing) required. One (1) year of related experience required. Valid State RN License. Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date. Must complete wound care training in the first 90 days in the role. Preferred qualifications: BSN preferred. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients’ lives. We also understand that meaningful work is hard work, and we are committed to supporting and compensating our employees for the tremendous service they provide. Think you are a great fit? Learn more about this role here: Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. With an aging society, obesity and diabetes on the rise, and an uptick in surgical procedures, the number of patients with non-healing wounds that would benefit from expert care is dramatically increasing. As a result, the company is working to provide our differentiated, quality outcomes to as many patients that would benefit through our out-patient clinic partnerships Under the direction of the Wound Care Center Clinical Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator, the Registered Nurse (RN) primarily provides patient care and handles intake and discharge processes for the Wound Care Center patients as scheduled. The position may also serve as a Case Manager to a group of assigned Wound Care Center patients, as assigned and depending on the Wound Care Center setup. All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to all Healogics policies, Hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulation, and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable. Essential Functions/Responsibilities: Provides patient care to Wound Care Center patients and handles patient intake and discharge processes as assigned and according to the hospital and nursing standards Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed May also serve as Case Manager to a group of patients as assigned. This entails: Performing the initial nursing assessment, communicating findings with the assigned physician, assessing the wound stage and measurements, documenting care plans, evaluating the patient’ status in regards to desired outcomes, and identifying patient care situations that require intervention Participating in quality improvement initiatives, providing education to the patient or caregiver, and serving as a patient advocate in the delivery and coordination of the patient care Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) related duties as assigned, upon completion of the Healogics hyperbaric training May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training Collaborates as needed with other healthcare providers, Wound Care Center Providers, the Program Director and the Medical Director regarding clinic and patient needs May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy Performs other duties as required. Required Education, Experience and Credentials: Degree in Nursing (ADN) Current RN license in the state of practice – to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in the position Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Medical Surgical, Home Health or Wound Care Certification preferred Wound care experience preferred Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support) Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations. Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills, to include presentation skills and ability to translate complex technical terms in laymen’s terms Customer service skills and follow-up skills Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills Teaching skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to work on multiple tasks at the same time Ability to work with others and in a team environment Ability to stay calm in all situations Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems Physical Demands: Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more) Repetitive motions Moving about Pushing/pulling Reading Bending/stooping Communicating Reaching/grasping/touching with hands Detecting sounds by ear Writing Close, distance and peripheral vision Traveling distances (car, airplane, etc.) Color perception Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more) Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more Work Environment: Normal office environment Exposure to mechanical equipment Patient care environment Electrical current Proximity to moving objects Exposure to Hazards (blood borne pathogens, body fluids, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc) The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $44.08-$55.55 Per Hour This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography as well as operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. 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Description At this time, Palos Hospital is not considering external ADN candidates for our RN openings. We appreciate your interest in Northwestern Medicine and encourage you to apply to other opportunities at https://jobs.nm.org/ . Internal employee ADN candidates are still encouraged to apply. Territory coverage includes both Central DuPage Hospital and Palos Heights Hospital regions. Responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Wound, Ostomy, Continence Program of Palos Community Hospital Home Health. Assesses and treats or makes recommendations for treatment of the physical and psychosocial status of patients with ostomies, incontinence, multi/complex wounds, pressure sores, and related skin problems. Provides direct care to patients under the RN job description. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses patient needs with specific attention to ostomies, multi/complex wounds, pressure sores, and incontinence-related skin problems. Provides direct patient care under the RN job description with specific duties and responsibilities related to ostomies, multi/complex wounds, pressure sores, and incontinence-related skin problems. Assesses needs and recommends appropriate products, devices, and/or supplies to achieve positive outcomes in a cost-effective manner. Identifies appropriate nursing interventions; instructs, oversees, and guides implementation of the plan of care to nursing staff. Acts as the primary resource for referral and care of patients with ostomies, complex wounds, pressure sores, and incontinence-related skin problems. Prepares and maintains written reference materials for patient and staff education. Assesses staff education needs and provides in-service programs as indicated. Maintains awareness of and updates staff regarding recent changes and recommendations in the management of wound, ostomy, and incontinence problems. Maintains competency through involvement with professional organizations and attendance at relevant educational offerings. Participates in development, implementation, and review of policies and procedures related to ostomy, multi/complex wound, pressure sore, and incontinence-related skin care; recommends changes when necessary. Participates in Quality Improvement (QI) activities, including data collection, analysis, and recommendations related to the scope of care provided. Documents patient care in accordance with the RN job description and agency policies and procedures. Demonstrates ability to care for patients with understanding of cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation processes. Adheres to PCH Home Health policies regarding HIPAA privacy and confidentiality rules, dress code, and attendance. Adheres to all PCH and PCH Home Health policies. Performs other duties and responsibilities as indicated in the RN job description. Performs other related duties as directed. Qualifications Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Evidence of satisfactory completion of an approved course of instruction for Enterostomal or Wound, Ostomy, Continence nursing Strong interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate with others Strong analytic abilities Maintains active driver’s license and auto insurance Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN from an accredited program within three years of first day of employment in clinical nurse role. Preferred: 2 years’ experience as an Enterstomal/Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse preferred Certification as an Enterostomal/Wound, Ostomy, Continence RN preferred Previous home care experience preferred Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
SUMMARY: The Wound Nurse is responsible for providing primary skin care to residents under the medical direction and supervisor of the residents’ attending physician, the Director of Nursing, or the Medical Director of the facility, with an emphasis on treatment and therapy of skin disorders. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Confer with the Director of Nursing and/or other licensed nursing personnel regarding the dermatologic disorders of residents in the facility Examine the resident and his/her records and charts, and discriminate between normal and abnormal findings, in order to recognize when to refer the resident to a physician for evaluation, supervision, or directions Provide assessment and diagnostic services to residents. Perform an assessment evaluation using techniques including observation, inspection, and palpation Initiate requests for consultation or referral. Respond to requests from the resident, physician, or nursing staff Identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders and primary and secondary lesions, such as skin abrasions, foot problems such as corns and callouses, decubitus ulcers, bacterial, parasitic and viral skin infections, scaling popular diseases, and benign tumors Assist in resident rehabilitation activities. Where require, perform range of motion, assist in ambulation, provide emotional support. Monitor the results of physical therapy activities. Provide preventative health care services. Make recommendations to the resident concerning nutrition, prevention of common skin disorders, etc., Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the DON concerning the status and care of the residents Implement and maintain established policies and procedures relative to skRN/LPNin care treatments. Interpret these to the physician, resident family members, and public as appropriate Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. LPN/RN with current unencumbered state licensure. Wound Certification from accredited institution preferred. Must have current CPR certification. Must have, as a minimum, two (2) years of experience as an LPN/RN PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday Must be able to speak and write the English language Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet
