Wound Care / Treatment Nurse ( RN )
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Day Shift
Pay: $32.65–$42.85/hour (based on experience) | $10,000 sign-on bonus
About the role
The Registered Nurse Wound Care Nurse coordinates and manages the facility's wound care program, collaborating with physicians, nursing staff, therapy, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure exceptional clinical outcomes. This role focuses on prevention, assessment, treatment, education, and documentation while serving as a clinical resource for the nursing department.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive skin and wound assessments
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized wound care treatment plans
- Monitor wound healing progress and modify care plans as appropriate
- Conduct routine skin and wound rounds throughout the facility
- Collaborate with physicians, therapy, dietitians, and interdisciplinary team members
- Educate nursing staff on wound prevention, treatment techniques, and skin integrity
- Ensure accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance
- Monitor pressure injury prevention initiatives
- Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities
- Promote best practices for infection prevention and wound management
Requirements
- Current Alabama Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position
Preferred Qualifications
- Wound Care Certification (WCC, WOCN, or similar) preferred
- Experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or skilled nursing
- Experience managing wound care programs and pressure injury prevention
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Employee referral bonus program
- Continuing education & professional development opportunities
Why join us?
At South Haven Health & Rehabilitation, you'll have the opportunity to focus on what you do best—helping residents heal. You'll work alongside a collaborative clinical team that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and recognizes the difference your specialized skills make every day. If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career with a predictable weekday schedule and the opportunity to improve resident outcomes, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
"Our Family Caring For Yours"