Position Summary:

The Wound Care Nurse Assistant is a valuable member of the Long Island State Veterans Home's clinical team who assists the Wound Care Nurse in the implementation of interventions related to maintaining the residents skin integrity. The Wound Care Nurse Assistant will be responsible to provide education to all staff, residents and families as it relates to all skin integrity and wound/ostomy care policies, procedures and protocols. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior communication and organizational skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence through the LISVH mission, values and code of conduct.

Under the direction of the Wound Care Nurse, the duties of the Wound Care Nurse Assistant may include but is not limited to the following:

Follows Skin Integrity and Wound/ostomy Care Protocols to be consistent with the Nursing Standards of Practice, Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society and National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel recommendations as well as Federal and State Regulations.

Provides education to all employees, residents and families related to skin integrity and wound/ostomy care protocols, policies and procedures.

Ensures competency of all employees for skin assessment, skin integrity, wound care and ostomy care.

Organizes and conducts wound rounds on each unit.

Acts as a consultant/resource to the staff on issues related to skin integrity and wound/ostomy care.

Documents assessments and updates in the progress notes using the Electronic Medical System.

Assists in the development of the residents Comprehensive Care Plan related to skin integrity, pressure ulcers and wound/ostomy care.

Participates in the Skin Integrity Committee and documents meeting minutes; as well as participates and reports at other committees as requested.

Maintains current knowledge and competence in skin integrity and wound/ostomy care concepts and management by participating in continuing education programs.

Obtain and maintain membership/certification as a wound care nurse from a nationally recognized organization.

Collaborates and networks with other Wound care Specialists to remain current in wound care trends and practices.

Acts as a role model and a preceptor within his/her role for all staff and students.

Communicates with other departments related to Skin Integrity and Wound/Ostomy Care.

Participates in annual Department of Health and Veterans Administration Surveys, ensuring the units are in compliance with all Federal and State regulations related to skin integrity and wound/ostomy care practices.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Registered Nurse License, Associates Degree and 4 years post license experience, Strong organizational and communication skills (both oral and written), Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and multitask, Self-motivated and works independently, Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, wound care nurse certification, five years Long Term Care or related experience, two years' experience as wound care nurse in a healthcare facility.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.

Special Notes:

The Long Island State Veterans Home is a tobacco-free environment. Tobacco products are strictly prohibited anywhere on our 25-acre campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.

Essential Position: This position has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. This means that when the Long Island State Veterans Home is faced with an emergency, employees in such positions are required to remain at their work location or to report to work.

The LISVH is a 24/7 skilled nursing facility. As such, all positions are subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary to meet the operating needs of the facility.

The use of Vacation or Personal Leave accruals during the first 6 months of employment will not be authorized unless prior approval has been granted by Human Resources.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation. Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from the Long Island State Veterans Home Employee Health Department, clear a background investigation, submit three (3) written references, and provide a copy of the required license(s)/certificate(s). Please be advised that failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

In accordance with the New York State Department of Health (DOH) order that all hospitals and nursing homes "continuously require all covered personnel to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19." Upon acceptance of a conditional job offer, candidates who are not already vaccinated must obtain the first dose of the vaccine within three (3) calendar days of job offer and must obtain any subsequent doses in accordance with the vaccine protocol. The order allows for limited medical exemptions with reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable law.

The Long Island State Veterans Home, located on the campus of Stony Brook University, is a 350-bed skilled nursing facility with a 40-slot Adult Day Health Care Program dedicated to the care of honorably discharged Veterans of the United States Armed Forces, their spouses and Gold Star parents. Join an organization whose people make a difference every day and where commitment, compassion, initiative and leadership are recognized and rewarded. We care for America's heroes every day.

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