Wound Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Infection Preventionist / Wound Care Nurse (Hands-On & Program Oversight)

Spring River Rehabilitation & Care Center – Roswell, NM

Position Summary
This role combines hands-on wound care with oversight of the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program . The Infection Preventionist / Wound Care Nurse is responsible for direct resident care (wound assessments, treatments, and rounds) while also leading infection control surveillance, reporting, QAPI initiatives, and regulatory compliance.

This is a dual clinical and program leadership role requiring strong organization, clinical judgment, and the ability to manage both bedside care and reporting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Wound Care (Hands-On):

• Perform routine wound rounds and complete comprehensive assessments

• Provide and oversee wound treatments, dressings, and interventions

• Develop, update, and communicate care plans with providers and IDT

• Monitor high-risk residents and implement skin prevention strategies

• Ensure accurate, timely documentation in the medical record

Infection Prevention & QAPI (Oversight):

• Lead the Infection Prevention & Control Program in compliance with CDC, CMS, and state regulations

• Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, and trending

• Complete NHSN reporting and ensure regulatory timelines are met

• Lead QAPI initiatives related to infection control and skin integrity

• Conduct audits, monitor compliance, and implement corrective actions

• Provide staff education on infection control practices and wound prevention

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in New Mexico (required)

• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing (preferred)

• Strong wound care experience required (certification preferred)

• Infection Prevention experience or willingness to obtain certification (IPCO or similar)

• Experience with audits, reporting, or QAPI preferred

• Strong organizational and time management skills

What We’re Looking For

• A nurse who is comfortable working on the floor while managing program responsibilities

• Someone who can balance hands-on care with documentation, audits, and reporting

• A team member who can lead education and drive compliance while remaining clinically engaged

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead and strengthen key clinical programs

• Supportive leadership team focused on quality and growth

• Meaningful impact on resident outcomes and survey readiness