Wound Nurse (LPN/RN)
About The Position
The Wound Care Nurse specializes in the assessment, treatment, and management of patients with acute and chronic wounds. The role provides high-quality, compassionate nursing care and educates patients and families about wound healing. The position also coordinates the facility-wide Infection Prevention Control Program, prioritizes infection prevention goals, and supports compliance with applicable regulations and professional standards. The nurse collaborates with department managers and medical directors on implementation of the Infection Prevention Program. The role uses clinical technology and reporting tools to support wound care, quality measures, auditing, vital-sign integration, and performance visibility. Full PPE is provided, and the position receives support from Administration and the Director of Nursing. The posting lists separate hourly pay and quarterly payments for LPNs and RNs.
Requirements
- RN or LPN license required.
- Current, unencumbered nursing license in the state of practice.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Experience in nursing management and infection prevention control.
- Certification in Infection Prevention and Control.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate wound conditions and overall health status.
- Develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and evidence-based practices.
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
- Perform wound care procedures, including dressing changes, debridement, and application of topical treatments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and provide comprehensive care.
- Educate patients and families on wound care techniques, health coaching, and preventive measures.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments, and outcomes.
- Stay current with advancements in wound care management and medical terminology.
- Coordinate the facility-wide Infection Prevention Control Program.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and the listed regulatory and professional standards.
- Prioritize Infection Prevention goals.
- Collaborate with department managers and medical directors to implement aspects of the Infection Prevention Program when requested or needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- $100–$150 monthly company HSA contribution to help offset employee-only medical insurance costs.
- Daily Pay option through Tapcheck.
- BenefitHub employee discounts.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Employer-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary, up to $100,000.
- Paid time off and flexibility.
- Personal Day Benefit.
- Pet insurance.
- Free 24/7 text access to healthcare providers for primary care and urgent care through One-to-One Health TextCare.
- Voluntary life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
- Critical illness insurance.
- Hospital indemnity insurance.
- Accident insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
