Wound Care Nurse

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSmith County Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an LPN or RN for our Wound Care position!At Smith County Health & Rehabilitation, exceptional healing starts with exceptional caregivers. We're seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Wound Care/Treatment Nurse to join our team and help our residents heal with dignity and comfort.In this role, you'll provide specialized wound care, collaborate with our interdisciplinary team, and make a lasting impact on resident outcomes. At Mills, you'll be supported by hands-on leadership, a family-oriented culture, and a team that values your expertise. Apply today and help us continue to provide exceptional care in a place where everyone feels at home!Celebrating a Culture of ExcellenceProudly managed by ClearView Healthcare Management, winner of the 2026 Best Places to Work, recognized by The Courier Journal | USA TODAYWound Care/Treatment Nurse responsibilities:Specializes in the assessment, treatment, and ongoing management of wounds resulting from disease, injury, surgical procedures, or medical treatmentsProvides skilled wound care services to promote safe, timely, and effective healingAssesses wounds to determine type, severity, and stage, including surgical sites, pressure injuries, ulcers, feeding tube sites, abscesses, and other skin integrity issuesDevelops, implements, and updates individualized wound treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care teamPerforms wound cleaning, dressing changes, and treatments according to physician orders and evidence-based practicesMonitors wounds for signs of infection, deterioration, or complications and reports changes promptly to the appropriate providerDocuments wound assessments, treatments, progress, and outcomes accurately and in a timely mannerEducates nursing staff, residents, and families on wound prevention, treatment plans, and proper skin care techniquesAssists with prevention programs to reduce the risk of pressure injuries and skin breakdownEnsures compliance with facility policies, infection control standards, and state and federal regulationsParticipates in care plan meetings and quality improvement initiatives related to wound careWound Care Nurse Licenses/CertificationCurrent valid LPN or RN licensePrevious wound care experienceWound care certification is preferredAt least one year of LPN or RN experience in a long-term care setting is preferredEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.