LVN- Licensed Vocational Nurse- LPN- PRN

About the role

Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, the Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound‑related and other basic nursing care to the center’s patients according to all WCC and hospital policies, safety protocols, and Clinical Services Practice Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide wound‑related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved hospital protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in the vein clinic as assigned after completing Healogics Vein Clinic training.
• May assist with patient intake and discharge.
• May provide assistance with case management under the direction of the RN, in accordance with state regulations.
• Gather patient information.
• Gather necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
• Report quality‑of‑care issues to the Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Communicate with team members regarding therapeutic interventions to ensure quality of care.
• Perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy‑related duties as needed after completing required Healogics hyperbaric training.
• May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required training.
• May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Perform other duties as delegated.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program or state‑approved educational program.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Two (2) or more years of experience as an LPN/LVN, including at least one (1) year in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long‑Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH) setting.
• Wound‑care experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated competency in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time‑management skills.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory and accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, oral, and written communication skills.
• Customer service and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm in all situations.
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.

Physical Demands

• Stationary position for extended periods (4 hours or more).
• Viewing a computer screen for extended periods (4 hours or more).
• Frequent keying on a computer for 4 hours or more.
• Moving about, reading, communicating, writing.
• Color perception; close, distance, and peripheral vision.
• Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds.
• Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance.
• Pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching/grasping/touching with hands.

Work Environment

• Normal office environment.
• Primarily indoor setting.
• Patient‑care environment.
• Exposure to hazards such as blood‑borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable/explosive gases, etc.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment.
• Proximity to moving objects.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $22.01 – $28.99 per hour, based on qualifications, experience, geography, and operational needs.