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PACS Services

Post-acute care facility operator and investor

Wound Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeEdgefield, SC, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
  • Previous wound care experience is required.
  • At least two years of nursing experience is required; long-term care facility experience is preferred.
  • Possession of a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Current CPR certification and completion of all continuing education required for licensure.
  • Ability to read technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals, and present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
  • Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and perform the listed physical activities, including frequent standing or walking, reaching, pushing and pulling, and occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  • Ability to adjust visual focus and use close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Responsibilities

  • Assess, manage, and treat wounds, pressure injuries, skin tears, ulcers, and other dermatologic conditions.
  • Complete comprehensive skin assessments and quarterly dermatologic evaluations.
  • Partner with physicians, the Medical Director, Director of Nursing, therapy, dietary, and the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Provide accurate written and verbal reports on resident progress and wound healing.
  • Monitor wound healing, update care plans, and recommend treatment modifications when appropriate.
  • Ensure residents receive appropriate pressure injury prevention interventions, including repositioning, nutrition support, and skin protection.
  • Provide direct nursing care during emergencies while promoting resident comfort and dignity.
  • Educate residents and families on wound prevention and treatment plans.
  • Participate in staff education and provide in-service training on wound care best practices.
  • Assist with monitoring wound care supplies and equipment inventory.
  • Maintain complete and accurate documentation in compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations.
  • Protect resident privacy by maintaining HIPAA compliance and safeguarding Protected Health Information.
  • Promptly report resident concerns, suspected abuse, safety issues, occupational exposures, and information security concerns according to facility policy.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with physicians, consultants, nursing staff, and families to support resident outcomes.
  • Communicate regularly with residents and their families about Plans of Care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other treatment protocols.
  • Maintain an acceptable standard of nursing practice and professional conduct.
  • Chart nurses’ notes descriptively to reflect the care provided and the resident’s response.
  • Carry out physicians’ orders for care, including providing medication and treatment, while protecting residents’ dignity and self-respect.
  • Observe and assess wounds and pressure sores, promptly notifying physicians of lack of healing progress, deterioration, or signs and symptoms of infection.
  • Ensure wound care management services are included in the plan to promote healing, including special mattresses and nutritional supplements when appropriate.
  • Assist in preparing and updating care plans for treatment-related issues.
  • Assist physicians and other healthcare providers during visits and examinations.
  • Communicate with physicians and other health professionals about resident care, treatment, and condition.
  • Notify family members and attending physicians about significant treatment-related issues, including sudden or marked changes in skin condition or wounds; adverse responses, unavailability, or refusal of medication or treatment; significant-risk treatment errors; and inability to obtain or administer prescribed treatment-related medication, equipment, supplies, or services in a timely manner when this poses a significant risk.
  • Participate in orientation and ongoing training of nursing staff.
  • Report significant findings, changes in condition, and potential concerns to the RN Supervisor and/or Director of Nursing.
  • Participate in facility surveys or inspections by authorized government agencies when requested by the Administrator, Director of Nursing, or Assistant Director of Nursing.
  • Assist with the overall supervision of nursing staff.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge and experience with PCC.
  • Experience in a long-term care facility.

About the Company

PACS Services

Post-acute care facility operator and investor

PACS Group is a holding company that runs a national platform of post-acute care facilities. It acquires, owns, and manages skilled nursing facilities, assisted living centers, and other long-term care sites, then provides healthcare services to patients after hospital stays. Revenue comes from services provided at these facilities and is paid by Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and patient payments. The company’s performance depends on occupancy, reimbursement rates, and how efficiently the facilities are run. Compared with competitors, PACS stands out as a large, publicly traded operator with a broad national footprint focused on growing its post-acute care platform through acquisitions and operational improvements. Its goal is to expand access to post-acute care and create value by owning and optimizing a network of care facilities that serve elderly and chronically ill patients.

Company size
11-50
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Founded
2015

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