ScionHealth
Cudahy, CA, USA
Description Job Summary Implements policies and procedures, along with standards of care and practice related to patient care needs involving various types of wounds. Provides direct patient care and assistance to staff nurses and acts as consultative service regarding wound care to clinical staff. Performs wound care functions under the oversight of a Wound Care Coordinator. Essential Functions Provides care for patients whose primary needs involve wounds Evaluates all wounds upon admission and ongoing to determine treatment plan and provide early problem identification Reviews initial treatment plan with the supervising Registered Nurse Reports to the supervising Registered Nurse any change of wound status Consults with National Wound Care Consultant and Wound Care Coordinators Assists in planning patient's care Evaluates products and cost effectiveness for use in hospital and makes recommendation Reviews and participates in developing discharge plans Educates staff on products...