LPN or RN Unit Manager and Wound Care Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

LPN/RN Unit Manager & Wound Care Nurse

Green Meadows Health & Rehabilitation | Mt Washington, Kentucky

On call

Position Summary

The LPN/RN Unit Manager & Wound Care Nurse is responsible for overseeing the daily clinical operations of an assigned nursing unit while providing comprehensive wound prevention, assessment, and treatment services. This position promotes high-quality resident care, ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, and serves as a clinical leader and mentor for nursing staff.

Access to Daily Pay

Are you a caring, dependable CNA who thrives in a team-focused environment? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every single day? Join our long-term care team and be the heart of our facility!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Competitive pay

• Paperless, quick onboarding 

• Warm, family-like culture, supportive leadership

• Recognition programs & employee appreciation events

• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement plan, same day pay, instant access to wages, PTO, holiday pay)

• Generous employee referral program

• Consistent scheduling and flexibility

• Annual performance reviews and bi-annual competitive pay reviews

• Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources)

• Optimal staff-to-patient ratios to prevent burnout

• Opportunities for advancement (e.g., CNA to LPN/RN pathways)

• Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and CEU support

• Strong mentorship and orientation programs

• 360 communications for staff, residents & families 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Unit Management

• Supervise and support nursing staff on the assigned unit.

• Ensure residents receive quality, compassionate, and individualized care.

• Monitor resident conditions and promptly communicate significant changes to physicians, families, and the interdisciplinary team.

• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges.

• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and daily assignment of nursing personnel.

• Conduct rounds to ensure quality of care and regulatory compliance.

• Monitor documentation for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team conferences.

• Mentor, educate, and coach nursing staff to promote clinical excellence.

• Investigate incidents and assist with corrective action plans as needed.

• Promote infection prevention and safety initiatives throughout the unit.

Wound Care Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive skin assessments on admission and routinely thereafter.

• Assess, stage, document, and monitor all wounds in accordance with facility policies and clinical standards.

• Develop and implement individualized wound treatment plans.

• Perform wound treatments, dressing changes, and other procedures as ordered.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapy, dietary, and other disciplines to promote optimal wound healing.

• Monitor residents at risk for pressure injuries and implement preventative interventions.

• Maintain accurate wound documentation, measurements, and progress photographs (when applicable).

• Track wound healing outcomes and quality indicators.

• Educate residents, families, and staff on wound prevention and treatment.

• Ensure wound care supplies are appropriately stocked and utilized.

• Assist during regulatory surveys related to wound care practices.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted LPN or RN license in KY.

• Current CPR certification.

• Wound Care Certification (WCC, WCN, CWCN, or willingness to obtain) preferred.

• Previous long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.

• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of wound care principles, infection prevention, and nursing standards.

• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and critical thinking skills.

• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist residents throughout the workday.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance when necessary.

• Ability to respond quickly during resident emergencies.

• Frequent use of computers, documentation systems, and medical equipment.

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Make Everyday Matter.

Join a team where your care is felt, your work is valued, and your residents become like family. If you’re ready to bring comfort, dignity, and a smile to someone’s day— we’d love to meet you.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.