Wound Nurse
About The Role
Outfield Healthcare Partners is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our skilled nursing team in Independence, Missouri. This role is responsible for leading skin integrity and wound management programs to promote healing, prevent breakdown, and ensure regulatory compliance. If you're passionate about wound care, quality outcomes, and making a real difference for residents—this role is for you. Walk-in interviews welcome.
Position Summary
The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for assessing, treating, documenting, and monitoring residents with wounds, pressure injuries, and skin integrity concerns. This position collaborates closely with nursing leadership, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure best practices and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive skin and wound assessments
- Obtain and carry out wound care treatment orders
- Monitor wound healing progress and recommend treatment changes
- Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately
- Track pressure ulcers and skin alterations, including weekly measurements and reports
- Ensure completion and accuracy of Braden risk assessments
- Implement and monitor preventive interventions for at-risk residents
- Educate nursing staff on wound care protocols and best practices
- Coordinate wound care supplies with central supply
- Assist DON and Medical Director with case reviews related to pressure injuries
- Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
- Stay current on state, federal, and industry wound care standards
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program
- Active nursing license in the state of Missouri (required)
- Minimum 1 year wound care experience in a long-term care setting preferred
- 2+ years of skilled nursing facility experience preferred
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills
- Knowledge of skin integrity programs, prevention strategies, and regulatory requirements
Why Join Outfield Healthcare Partners?
- Stable, full-time position
- Leadership support and collaboration
- Opportunity to specialize and grow in wound care
- Resident-focused, team-oriented culture
Pay
$35/hr for LPNs; $45/hr for RNs