Quality Assurance LVN: Wound Care Field Specialist

Now Hiring: Clinical Quality Assurance LVN – Field-Focused Location: Alhambra, CA & Southern California | Office & Field Schedule: Full-Time | Non-Exempt California Wound Healing Medical Group is a physician-led mobile specialty practice providing advanced wound care services to patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and other care settings throughout California. We are seeking a Clinical Quality Assurance Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our growing team in a field-focused hybrid role combining hands-on clinical support with in-office quality assurance responsibilities . Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, you'll help maintain the highest standards of clinical quality, documentation, provider education, and patient care while supporting our providers and facility partners throughout Southern California. About the Role This position is headquartered in our Alhambra office and combines regular field assignments with in-office Clinical Quality Assurance responsibilities. As a Field-Focused Clinical QA LVN, you'll travel to Skilled Nursing Facilities and other assigned locations to conduct skin sweeps and evaluations, support clinical quality initiatives, participate in provider and facility education, assist with provider onboarding and training, and help ensure our clinical and documentation standards are consistently implemented in the field. When you are not scheduled for field assignments, you will work on-site at our Alhambra office as part of the Quality Assurance team , performing chart reviews, documentation audits, provider follow-up, clinical monitoring, and other QA responsibilities. The frequency and location of field assignments will vary based on operational needs. Candidates should be comfortable transitioning between office and field responsibilities and with a schedule that may include multiple field days per week . Most travel consists of local day trips throughout Southern California. Occasional overnight or air travel may be required for special projects, training, facility launches, or operational support. This position may also participate in occasional weekend coverage of the company's G-tube support hotline based on scheduling and operational needs. All approved business travel expenses are covered by the company , including mileage reimbursement, airfare, lodging, meals, rental vehicles, and other necessary approved travel expenses. What You'll Do Review provider documentation for accuracy, completeness, clinical consistency, and compliance with company and regulatory standards. Conduct chart audits, identify documentation deficiencies, and coordinate necessary corrections and provider follow-up. Monitor documentation timeliness, wound healing progress, and other clinical quality indicators. Review and support biologic documentation and other specialized wound care documentation requirements. Serve as a clinical and documentation resource for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other members of the care team. Train and onboard providers on documentation standards, clinical workflows, quality expectations, and company protocols. Conduct field-based quality assurance visits at Skilled Nursing Facilities and other assigned locations throughout Southern California. Perform skin sweeps, skin evaluations, and other clinical support activities during field visits. Participate in skills fairs, facility education, and clinical training initiatives for facility staff and providers. Support provider onboarding and training in the field, including observation, education, and reinforcement of clinical and documentation standards. Collaborate with facility Directors of Nursing, nursing staff, providers, and internal leadership to identify and address clinical or operational concerns. Assist with new facility launches, clinical transitions, and other field-based initiatives as needed. Participate in occasional weekend coverage of the company's G-tube support hotline based on scheduling and operational needs, including responding to facility calls, coordinating service needs, documenting activity, and escalating clinical concerns as appropriate. Support quality improvement initiatives by identifying trends, recurring documentation concerns, and opportunities to strengthen clinical workflows and patient care. Maintain clear and timely communication between field operations, providers, facility teams, and the Quality Assurance department. When not assigned to field responsibilities, work on-site at the Alhambra office performing clinical quality assurance duties and supporting the day-to-day functions of the QA department. Support additional clinical, quality assurance, education, and operational projects as assigned. What We're Looking For Active and unrestricted California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license. Current BLS/CPR certification. Two or more years of nursing experience, preferably in skilled nursing, post-acute care, home health, wound care, or a related specialty. Minimum one (1) year of wound care experience required. Experience working in Skilled Nursing Facilities strongly preferred. Experience with wound care, skin assessments, or skin integrity programs preferred. Experience with clinical documentation review, chart auditing, or quality assurance preferred. Experience using electronic medical record systems; PointClickCare experience is a plus. Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and critical-thinking skills. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent communication, education, and interpersonal skills. Comfortable interacting with facility leadership, nursing staff, patients, and healthcare providers. Ability to work independently in both office and field environments while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout Southern California based on business needs. Flexibility to transition between field assignments and in-office QA responsibilities. Flexibility to participate in occasional weekend G-tube hotline coverage based on scheduling and operational needs. Why Join California Wound Healing Medical Group? At California Wound Healing Medical Group, you'll be part of a collaborative, physician-led team committed to delivering exceptional specialty wound care across California. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine hands-on clinical work with quality assurance, provider education, and clinical improvement . You'll have the opportunity to work directly with patients, providers, and facility teams in the field while also helping improve documentation and clinical quality across the organization. For an LVN who enjoys variety and wants to expand beyond a traditional bedside or office-based nursing role, this position provides exposure to multiple areas of specialty wound care and clinical operations. Competitive hourly compensation starting at $36.00 per hour , depending on experience Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) retirement plan (eligibility in accordance with company policy) Company-paid approved business travel expenses, including mileage reimbursement, airfare, lodging, meals, rental vehicles, and other approved travel expenses Professional growth and advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding physician-led specialty practice California Wound Healing Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Wound Healing Medical Group, Inc.