Wound Nurse

About the role

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.

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
• Implement and monitor preventive interventions for at-risk residents
• Coordinate wound care supplies with central supply
• Absorb and educate nursing staff on wound care protocols and best practices
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Stay current on state, federal, and industry wound care standards

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

• Knowledge of skin integrity programs, prevention strategies, and regulatory requirements

Skills

• Comprehensive skin and wound assessments
• Documentation and communication skills
• Preventive interventions for at-risk residents
• Wound care protocols and best practices
• Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives

Benefits

Benefits Available for Full-Time Employees: 401(k), Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance

Pay

$35/hr for LPNs; $45/hr for RNs

Schedule

N/A