WOUND CARE TECHNICIAN, FMFH - NURSE SPECIALISTS

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The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma Center at Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee, an internationally recognized training and research center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes five hospitals, more than 1,700 physicians and nearly 40 health centers and clinics, draws patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

Froedtert Health has been widely recognized for our dedication to our staff, providing a work environment full of encouragement, innovation, collaboration and respect.

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Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our FROEDTERT MEN FALLS HOSPITAL facility.

FTE: 1.000000

*1.0 FTE is Full-Time, any position less than 1.0 FTE is Part-Time, and .001 FTE is Optional Part-Time*

*Positions with an "FTE" (full time equivalency) of .8 - 1.0 are eligible for full-time medical, dental and vision benefits. Positions with an "FTE" of .5 - .799 are eligible for part-time pro-rated medical, dental and vision benefits*

Shift: Shift 1

Summary:

To facilitate and assist wound care nurses during examination of wound healing patients and contribute to their care by preparing examination rooms and patients, administering immunizations, performing limited procedures, scheduling tests, and assisting providers during examinations. Under the direction of the Wound Healing providers, may perform simple dressing changes, measure wounds and perform photographic documentation. May perform facility and/or unit specific audits and data collection. Facilitates and coordinates communication with nursing staff, physicians, other departments and patients and families related to patient care. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Two years of direct patient care obtaining knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job is required. Previous experience in an outpatient health care setting is preferred. Two years of CNA experience in direct inpatient care or overall wound care experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Current State of Wisconsin Certification as a Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician or Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program (Associate, Diploma or Certificate) is required. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.

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