Wound Care Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Wound Care Nurse (RN)

Provide Skilled, Compassionate Wound Management

We are seeking an experienced Wound Care Nurse to provide specialized care and support effective wound healing for residents. This role focuses on clinical accuracy, consistent documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high‑quality patient outcomes.

The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for assessing wounds, developing individualized treatment plans, monitoring healing progress, identifying complications, and ensuring that all wounds are treated and dressed according to evidence‑based standards. This role supports residents through the full healing process with a focus on safety, precision, and consistent follow‑up.

• Maintain accurate and updated care plans for all skin impairments.

• Conduct weekly wound rounds with the wound consultant.

• Perform and document weekly wound measurements with accuracy and timeliness.

• Monitor and evaluate all new pressure‑related skin openings and determine root causes.

• Assess and manage surgical, arterial, venous, and other complex wounds.

• Ensure all treatments, changes, and follow‑up needs are documented thoroughly.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on wound care procedures and expectations.

• Demonstrate wound care techniques to caregivers to support staff competency.

• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team to support coordinated care.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; graduate of an accredited RN program required.

• Current, active RN license.

• Peripheral IV certification.

• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience required.

• Experience with geriatrics or subacute populations preferred.

• Management or leadership experience a plus.

• Current CPR/BLS certification.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• Daily Pay option available.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off and retirement plan options.

• Training and development opportunities.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for career advancement.