The Peaks Care Center is looking for a caring, compassionate and kind Registered Nurse. We strive to provide care to our residents that exceeds industry standards and we are looking for a Wound Care Nurse and Infection Control Registered Nurse that wants to join that mission!The ideal candidate for this role will have a passion for serving and caring for the elderly population, the desire to build a genuine rapport with those that they're charged to care for and the ability to provide individualized, resident-centered nursing care.Do you thrive in a teamwork environment? Are you searching for an organization that offers flexible work schedules, benefits, and competitive wages?Benefits provided at The Peaks Care Center:BENEFITS OF WORKING AT The Peaks Care Center:SIGN ON BONUSEmployee Referral BONUSGreat Patient to Nurse Staff Ratio'sMentorship and Growth opportunitiesShift DifferentialsPaid Vacation Part Time OnlyPaid Sick Time Part Time OnlyEmployee Discount ProgramEmployee Payroll AdvanceContinuity in work ScheduleFlexible Scheduling with OnShiftPayroll Advance(s) with OnShift WalletResponsibilities:Responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of wound care for patientsProvide direct patient care and will educate other nurses as it relates to skin preservation and wound care.responsible for assessing all admitting patients for risk factors, implementing interventions to prevent pressure injury, teaching staff, and completing necessary documentation. This position rounds with a Wound Physician weekly and must be able to manage that relationship and the care-plans associated with each patientReviews, analyzes data, and reports infection control trends through the use of an electronic surveillance systemAssists in identification of infection control issues and conducts both process and outcome monitoringCoordinates outbreak investigations with the director of nursing and medical directorCoordinates and monitors monthly departmental infection control rounds processesProvides monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement CommitteeProvide information to resident and family members of prevention techniques and other ways to maintain or improve the general health and psychosocial status of the resident.GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:Valid and active state-issued Registered Nurse (RN) license.Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university required.2-years Experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) preferredMust demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.High School Diploma or equivalent***WAGE RANGE: $40.00-$52.78 D.O.E.***Please contact HR Director Lisa Hill at 303-776-2814 to schedule your interview today! Or apply directly at www.peakscarecenter.comThe Peaks Care Center is managed by Frontline Management.
