Wound Care Center Coordinator

4 weeks ago


Poughkeepsie, United States Nuvance Health Full time
Job Description

Description

Summary:

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator communicates and collaborates closely with physicians, other WCC staff, and other members of the health care team, to provide consistent quality care for patients with wounds. Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Coordinator accepts responsibility and accountability for assigned patients as a case manager to plan, implement, and evaluate the care of the patients.

Responsibilities:

  1. Provides patient care that is continuously evaluated, planned for and revised as needed.
  2. Plan patient care to reflect goals that are realistic, measurable, and consistent with the medical plan of care for each patient, to include discharge planning.
  3. Organize and prioritize work to provide health information, discharge planning, and patient care in a safe environment to maximize health in the continuum of care and protect the patient.
  4. Demonstrates the responsibilities as a professional nurse and case manager through accurate, clear, concise, and timely written and oral communications.
  5. Demonstrates knowledge and professional utilization of current trends and practices in the health care field.
  6. Utilizes material, equipment and time in a safe, therapeutic, and cost effective manner.
  7. Participates in Quality Assurance activities.
  8. Guest Relations: Demonstrates regard for the dignity and respect of all patients, family members, visitors and medical center personnel as defined in the philosophy of Vassar Brothers Medical Center.
  9. Maintain and Model Nuvance Health Foundational Values (Personal, Imaginative, Agile, Connected).
  10. Performs other duties as required. 

Other Information:

  1. Requires Bachelors degree with a major in nursing (BSN). Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
  • Wound Care Certification Preferred
  • Three (3) years of experience as staff nurse in a medical/surgical or home care setting preferred.
    • Wound Care experience preferred.
  • Current NYS RN license.

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Significant occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Org Unit: 1185

Department: Wound Care Ctr

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $39.21 - $72.83 Hourly



  • Poughkeepsie, United States Vassar Brothers Medical Center Full time

    Description Position at Vassar Brothers Medical Center Summary: Under the direction of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator communicates and collaborates closely with physicians, other WCC staff, and other members of the health care team, to provide consistent quality care for patients with wounds. Working with a high degree of...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Vassar Brothers Medical Center Full time

    **Position at Vassar Brothers Medical Center** **Summary:** Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Program Coordinator collaborates effectively with physicians, fellow Wound Care Center staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care for patients with wounds. Operating with a significant level...


  • Poughkeepsie, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Description Summary: Under the direction of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator communicates and collaborates closely with physicians, other WCC staff, and other members of the health care team, to provide consistent quality care for patients with wounds. Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Coordinator accepts...


  • Poughkeepsie, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Description Summary: Under the direction of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator communicates and collaborates closely with physicians, other WCC staff, and other members of the health care team, to provide consistent quality care for patients with wounds. Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Coordinator accepts...


  • Poughkeepsie, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Description Summary: Under the direction of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator communicates and collaborates closely with physicians, other WCC staff, and other members of the health care team, to provide consistent quality care for patients with wounds. Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Coordinator accepts...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Job OverviewPosition Summary:Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator plays a vital role in the health care team by effectively communicating and collaborating with physicians and Wound Care Center staff to ensure high-quality care for patients with wounds. This position requires a high level of autonomy, with...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Position OverviewSummary:In collaboration with the Nurse Manager and Program Director, the Wound Care Management Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality care for patients with wound-related issues. This position requires effective communication and teamwork with physicians, Wound Care Center staff, and other healthcare professionals. The...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Job OverviewPosition Summary:Under the guidance of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality care for patients with wound-related issues. This position requires effective communication and collaboration with physicians, Wound Care Center staff, and other healthcare professionals to deliver...


  • Poughkeepsie, NY, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Description Summary: Under the direction of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator communicates and collaborates closely with physicians, other WCC staff, and other members of the health care team, to provide consistent quality care for patients with wounds. Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Coordinator accepts...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Job OverviewPosition Summary:Under the guidance of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality care for patients with wounds. This position requires effective communication and collaboration with physicians, WCC staff, and other healthcare professionals, fostering a cohesive approach to patient...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Job OverviewPosition Summary:Under the guidance of the Nurse Manager/Program Director, the Wound Care Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring exceptional care for patients with wound-related issues. This position requires effective communication and collaboration with physicians, Wound Care Center staff, and other healthcare professionals to deliver...


  • Poughkeepsie, United States WMCHealth Full time

    Summary: The Department of Surgery at WMCHealth is seeking an experienced clinical and academic surgeon at the for Integrated Wound Care Section for MidHudson Regional Hospital as well as providing services at our Health Alliance of the Hudson Valley in Kingston, NY. Qualifications: The successful candidate will be board certified in General Surgery or...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Job SummaryNuvance Health is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Wound Ostomy Nurse Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare organization, this professional will be responsible for providing expert care to patients with complex wound and ostomy needs.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical PracticeDevelop and implement individualized care...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Job OverviewPosition SummaryNuvance Health operates a comprehensive network of hospital and outpatient facilities, providing essential healthcare services across multiple locations. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality care, including specialized services in wound and ostomy management.ROLE SUMMARY: The Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (WOCN) is a...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States WMCHealth Full time

    Job Title: Wound Care Specialist PhysicianOverview:Seeking a skilled clinical and academic physician for the Wound Care Division.Mandatory board certification in either General Surgery or Plastic Surgery.Demonstrated expertise and passion for comprehensive wound care strategies.Engagement in scholarly research and educational initiatives.Opportunity for an...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Position Overview Nuvance Health is a prominent healthcare provider with a network of hospitals and outpatient facilities. We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team as a Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (WOCN). This role requires a registered nurse who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in wound and ostomy management. Role Summary: The WOCN...


  • Poughkeepsie, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Description Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York — plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Job OverviewPosition SummaryNuvance Health operates a comprehensive network of healthcare facilities, including hospitals and outpatient centers, providing a range of medical services. The organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality care through its various specialized departments.ROLE SUMMARY: The Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse (WOCN) is a licensed...


  • Poughkeepsie, United States Health Quest Full time

    Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, New York, located just 75 minutes north of New York City, is seeking an additional employed Wound Care physician as we continue to grow our program. The practice consists of 2 physicians in an outpatient office and, also provides hospital consults. The ideal candidate should have experience in Advanced Wound...


  • Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Job OverviewPosition SummaryNuvance Health operates a comprehensive network of hospital and outpatient facilities, providing a range of healthcare services across Connecticut and New York. Our commitment to patient care extends through various specialized practices, including advanced cardiology and non-acute care.ROLE: The Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse...