Job Description

Description

Wellspring Lutheran Services is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Part-Time

Wound Care Nurse

to join our Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehab at Wellspring team in Saginaw. Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehab at Wellspring is a partnership between Covenant HealthCare and Wellspring to help patients transition from the hospital to home. The new facility is part of a $5 million investment by Covenant and Wellspring to provide the most advanced post-acute care and services in the Great Lakes Bay Region. The Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehab at Wellspring also provides physical, occupational and speech therapies performed by Mary Free Bed therapists in a newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility, working closely with the nursing department to assure the highest quality in post-acute programming.



When you join our team as a Part-Time

Wound Care Nurse

with the Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehab at Wellspring, you'll be part of a team of nurses, CNAs and senior support staff committed to helping seniors and families in Saginaw. In this position, you'll be directly supporting your community in Saginaw County to provide compassionate, high-quality care to seniors.

Responsibilities

As a Wound Care Nurse with Wellspring, you will:Follow all established skin management protocols. Apply current standards of practice for treatment of pressure ulcers, non-pressure ulcers, skin tears and other skin impairments. Stage and measure wounds and document per protocol, including skin conditions other than wounds. Assess all new/readmissions for potential skin or wound concerns within 24 hours in conjunction with the admitting nurse. Serve as a resource for staff and provide ongoing education on skin and wound care. Complete required QA reports and report issues to the DRC. Ensure all preventative measures are implemented according to the resident's or client's plan of care. Provide information for MDS and participate in care conferences as requested. Provide individualized attention to support each resident's independence and overall well-being. Make weekly rounds with the wound care physician and function as part of the IDT in coordinating care. Receive, implement and document new orders regarding skin and wound care from the physician and update the care plan accordingly. Review resident care plans for appropriate goals, problem approaches and needed revisions. Delegate responsibilities for direct wound and skin care as appropriate.

Qualifications

Licensed by the State of Michigan Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Successful completion of an accredited Registered Nursing or Licensed Practical Nursing program. Two years of nursing experience preferred, with current home health, medical, surgical or critical care experience. Wound care experience preferred. Strong communication, critical thinking and organizational skills. Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a team environment.

Schedule and Compensation

Employment type:

Part-time

Schedule:

3 days / week (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)

Shift:

8:00am - 4:30pm

Weekends:

None

Starting pay:

Up to $35.00/hour (LPN) and up to $37.25/hour (RN), based on experience.

Sign-on bonus:

$2,500 (LPN) - $5000 (RN).

Benefits

403(b) Retirement Plans Paid Time Off (PTO) DailyPay - access your earned wages anytime. Wellspring SupportLinc - employee assistance program. Clinical supervision and support as needed. Weekly meetings and ongoing training opportunities. Meaningful work and connections with residents and staff.

Location:

Wellspring Lutheran Services - Covenant Skilled Nursing and Rehab

5939 Shattuck Rd.

Saginaw, MI 48603



Join Wellspring and use your clinical expertise and compassion to make a difference in the lives of seniors across Saginaw County. Apply today to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to exceptional post-acute care and recovery.

Full job description provided at in-person interview.