Wound Nurse

Assess, manage, and treat wounds, pressure injuries, skin tears, ulcers, and other dermatologic conditions Complete comprehensive skin assessments and quarterly dermatologic evaluations Partner with physicians, the Medical Director, Director of Nursing, therapy, dietary, and the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team to develop individualized treatment plans Provide accurate written and verbal reports regarding resident progress and wound healing Monitor wound healing, update care plans, and recommend treatment modifications Ensure pressure injury prevention interventions, including repositioning, nutrition support, and skin protection Provide direct nursing care during emergencies while promoting resident comfort and dignity Educate residents and families on wound prevention and treatment plans Participate in staff education and provide in-service wound care training Monitor wound care supplies and equipment inventory Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with regulations Protect resident privacy and maintain HIPAA compliance Report resident concerns, suspected abuse, safety issues, occupational exposures, and information security concerns Foster positive working relationships with physicians, consultants, nursing staff, and families Communicate with residents and families about plans of care and treatment protocols Carry out physicians' orders, including medication and treatment Observe and assess wounds and pressure sores, notifying physicians of deterioration or infection signs Assist with preparing and updating care plans Assist physicians and healthcare providers during visits and examinations Notify families and attending physicians of significant treatment-related issues Participate in orientation and ongoing nursing staff training Report significant findings or changes to the RN Supervisor and/or Director of Nursing Participate in facility surveys and inspections Assist with overall supervision of nursing staff Requirements Previous wound care experience required Current, active, unrestricted RN or LPN license in good standing Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience LPN must already hold a Wound Certification Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university Current CPR certification Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred Must maintain required continuing education for licensing Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing Ability to read technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals Ability to effectively present information and respond to managers and employees Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions Ability to perform frequent standing/walking, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking/hearing, tasting/smelling, and lifting up to 50 pounds Ability to perform occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in wound care management, including assessment, treatment, and education, while ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining resident dignity. Strong collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans is essential. Highest-signal resume keywords Wound Care Experience RN Or LPN License Wound Certification CPR Certification PCC Knowledge ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Wound Assessment Skin Assessment Treatment Plan Development Documentation Compliance Emergency Nursing Care Wound Healing Monitoring Care Plan Modification Patient Education Inventory Management Regulatory Compliance Soft Skills Effective Communication Interpersonal Skills Problem Solving Team Collaboration Training and Mentoring Certifications & Qualifications RN License LPN License Wound Certification CPR Certification Industry Keywords Dermatologic Conditions Pressure Injury Prevention HIPAA Compliance Interdisciplinary Care Resident Privacy #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor