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Australia-Employment lists this Unit Manager / Wound Care Nurse opportunity in frostburg, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Unit Manager / Wound Care Nurse
$35 - $40 per hour | Frostburg, MD | On-site | Permanent
Unit Manager / Wound Care Nurse Needed for Long Term Care Facility
A bit about us:
We are a premier provider of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care services, dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care to every individual we serve. Our interdisciplinary teams work together to create individualized care plans focused on each resident’s health, well-being, and quality of life.
Our services include post-hospital rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, and specialized clinical programs, including neurological and stroke care, post-cardiac care, orthopedic care, pulmonary care, and wound care. With a strong focus on clinical excellence and personal attention, we strive to create a welcoming environment where residents feel supported throughout every stage of their care and recovery.
Why join us?
Benefits Include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Job Details
The Unit Manager / Wound Care Nurse will oversee the day-to-day clinical operations of an assigned nursing unit while coordinating and supporting wound prevention and treatment throughout the facility. This individual will work closely with nursing leadership, providers, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents receive high-quality, individualized care.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily nursing operations and resident care within an assigned unit
Provide leadership, guidance, and clinical support to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and other nursing staff
Monitor resident conditions, care plans, clinical documentation, and changes in care needs
Assist with staffing, assignments, and appropriate nursing coverage
Support the orientation, training, coaching, and development of nursing staff
Perform comprehensive skin and wound assessments and monitor residents at risk for skin breakdown
Coordinate and provide wound treatments in accordance with provider orders and established clinical protocols
Monitor wound healing and document progress, measurements, treatments, and changes in condition
Develop and implement individualized wound prevention and treatment strategies
Collaborate with physicians, wound care providers, dietitians, therapy, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
Educate nursing staff on wound prevention, pressure injury prevention, skin integrity, and appropriate treatment techniques
Ensure timely identification and documentation of new or worsening wounds
Monitor compliance with repositioning, pressure-relieving interventions, and other preventative measures
Maintain appropriate wound care supplies and help ensure treatments are completed as ordered
Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, audits, and regulatory surveys
Ensure nursing and wound care practices meet applicable federal, state, and facility requirements
Communicate with residents and families regarding wound care needs and treatment plans as appropriate
Promote a culture of resident safety, accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence
Qualifications
Active nursing license in Maryland or ability to obtain
Previous nursing experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or a similar healthcare setting
Previous wound care experience strongly preferred
Nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Wound care certification is a plus but not required unless otherwise specified
Knowledge of wound assessment, treatment, prevention, and clinical documentation
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
Ability to effectively educate and support nursing staff
Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care
This position is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys clinical leadership and has a passion for wound care, resident safety, and improving clinical outcomes.
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Worksite address
frostburg, MD, 21532, US
Who can apply
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