Wound Care Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current Nurse Practitioner license in Kentucky.
• At least 2 years of experience in wound care and/or foot care.
• Strong clinical skills in assessing and treating wounds and foot conditions.
• Ability to work independently and be organized and motivated to provide exceptional patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOCN) is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide foot care and/or wound care to residents in long-term care facilities.
• Conduct thorough wound assessments and develop personalized care plans for each patient.
• Perform wound debridement, dressing changes, and other wound care procedures as needed.
• Monitor and assess patients’ progress in wound healing and foot health.
• Educate patients and facility staff on wound care techniques, prevention strategies, and foot care best practices.
• Travel to designated nursing homes in the candidate’s area.
• Communicate regularly with facility staff, physicians, and healthcare professionals to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
• Manage wound-related pain to ensure patient comfort.
• Maintain flexibility while seeing patients during weekday working hours.