Part-Time Skin and Wound Lead (RPN)

Position Summary:

The Skin and Wound Care Nurse plays a vital role in promoting skin integrity and managing complex wounds for residents in our long-term care facility. This part-time position focuses on assessment, treatment planning, staff education, and quality improvement related to skin and wound care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive skin assessments for residents, including pressure injuries, surgical wounds, diabetic ulcers, and other skin conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized wound care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor and evaluate wound healing progress; revise care plans as needed.
• Provide clinical expertise and guidance to nursing staff on best practices for skin integrity and wound care.
• Facilitate education sessions and hands-on training for staff on wound prevention, dressing techniques, and infection control.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in resident health records and other reporting tools.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to wound care and infection prevention.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and allied health professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable standards, policies, and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) in good standing.
• SWAN program completed or enrolled desirable
• In-depth knowledge of wound prevention and management, skin integrity, and pressure injury protocols.
• Strong assessment, communication, and teaching skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Hours of Work:

• Part-Time