Nexus at Alton·Alton, Illinois
The nurse provides primary skincare to residents, managing skin disorders and decubitus ulcers. They are also responsible for developing patient care plans and educating staff and families on wound healing practices.
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Infection Control Nurse - RN Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits coverage 401K Plan Employee rewards program Paid Vacation Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Program Weekly & Monthly Employee Appreciation Events Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations Growth from within Team-oriented work environment Infection Control / Wound Care Nurse (RN) Responsibilities: As an infection control/wound care nurse, you will provide primary skincare to residents. You will identify, manage, and treat specific skin disorders, primary and secondary lesions, and decubitus ulcers. You will participate in the development and implementation of patient care plans. You will educate family, staff, and residents about the importance of nutrition, skin barriers, hydration, turning, and repositioning to promote wound healing. #IND123
Infection Control (RN) Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited nursing education program. Illinois registration as an Registered Nurse. Requires employee to have had no abuse records. One year experience as a wound nurse, preferred. #IND123
Market context
In Illinois, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with an active Illinois license and current CPR certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for both accredited nursing education and readiness to work in fast-paced care environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, CPR status, and degree match before applying.