Wound / Treatment Nurse (RN or LPN)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer physician-ordered wound care and treatments
• Perform skin assessments on all new admissions and ongoing residents
• Monitor, photograph, and document wound progress and interventions
• Communicate changes in wound condition to physicians, nursing leadership, and families as appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely wound documentation and treatment records
• Participate in care planning, MDS support, and interdisciplinary collaboration related to wound care
• Auxiliary with tube feedings and related treatments as assigned
• Order wound care supplies and maintain appropriate inventory levels
• Participate in quality assurance, survey readiness, and audits related to skin integrity
• Provide education and guidance to nursing staff on wound care practices
• Complete incident reports and documentation related to skin or treatment concerns
• Ensure treatment areas are clean, safe, and compliant with infection control standards

Qualifications

• Current, active RN or LPN license in the state
• Wound care or treatment nursing experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of skin integrity, wound staging, and treatment protocols
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet regulatory timelines
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking throughout the facility
• Bending, lifting, and assisting residents with positioning and treatments
• Exposure to clinical environments, bodily fluids, and wound care supplies