Wound Nurse (LPN/RN)

Athene Nursing and Rehabilitation•Town and Country, MO

About The Position

The Wound Care Nurse specializes in assessing, treating, and managing patients with acute and chronic wounds. The role provides high-quality nursing care and educates patients and families about wound healing. It also includes coordinating infection prevention efforts and supporting compliance with applicable regulations and professional standards. The position may be filled by an LPN or RN.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered RN or LPN license in the practicing state.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Certification in Infection Prevention and Control.
Experience in nursing management and infection prevention control.
Proficiency in patient assessment techniques to identify wound types and severity.
Knowledge of medical imaging processes relevant to wound evaluation.
Familiarity with urgent care protocols for acute wounds.
Ability to administer medications safely and effectively in an ambulatory surgery center setting.
Understanding of critical care principles as they relate to complex wound cases.
Excellent communication skills for patient education and health coaching.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple cases while maintaining high-quality care.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessments to evaluate wound conditions and overall health.
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 topical treatments.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and provide comprehensive care.
Educate patients and families about wound care techniques, health coaching, and preventive measures.
Document patient progress, treatments, and outcomes accurately.
Stay current on wound care advancements and medical terminology.
Coordinate the facility-wide Infection Prevention Control Program.
Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and applicable OSHA, APIC, AHOP, and other regulatory agency requirements.
Prioritize infection prevention goals.
Collaborate with department managers and medical directors on implementation 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.
One-to-One Health TextCare, providing free 24/7 text access to healthcare providers for primary and urgent care.
Voluntary life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Hospital indemnity insurance.
Accident insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Full PPE provided for all staff.
Engaged Administration and Director of Nursing support.
LPN compensation of $32–$38 per hour and $7,000 paid quarterly.
RN compensation of $40–$45 per hour and $10,000 paid quarterly.