Wound Care Nurse (RN/LPN) - Home Health

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription: Wound Care Nurse (RN/LPN) – Home HealthFull-Time • Part-Time • PRN • 1099 Independent ContractorVision Healthcare, LLC | Richmond & Surrounding VirginiaMake a Difference by Helping Patients Heal at HomeAt Vision Healthcare, LLC, we believe healing happens best in the comfort of home. We are seeking compassionate, skilled Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) with wound care experience to join our growing clinical team.If you're passionate about providing high-quality wound management, enjoy working independently, and want the flexibility of home health, we'd love to hear from you.Vision Healthcare is a locally owned, clinician-led agency committed to providing exceptional patient care while supporting our nurses with the tools and leadership they need to succeed.Position Details & CompensationIMPORTANT: This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position.Compensation: $60 per visitMileage reimbursement: $0.50 per milePRN, Part-Time & Full-Time opportunities availableFlexible schedulingActive professional malpractice insurance is requiredAs a 1099 Independent Contractor, the nurse is responsible for maintaining active professional malpractice insurance, a valid nursing license, required certifications, and personal automobile insurance throughout their engagement with Vision Healthcare, LLC.Why Join Vision Healthcare?$60 per visit$0.50 per mile mileage reimbursementFlexible schedulingOne-on-one patient careSupportive clinical leadershipElectronic documentationMinimal office timeGrowing home health agencyOpportunities for professional growthQuick interview & hiring processPosition SummaryThe Wound Care Nurse provides skilled nursing services to patients in their homes, specializing in the assessment, treatment, monitoring, and management of acute and chronic wounds.Working under physician orders and the direction of the Director of Nursing, the nurse develops and implements individualized care plans designed to promote healing, prevent complications, and improve patient outcomes.This position requires strong clinical judgment, exceptional assessment skills, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.ResponsibilitiesPerform comprehensive nursing assessments.Assess, stage, and monitor pressure injuries and chronic wounds.Perform wound measurements and maintain accurate wound documentation.Provide wound cleansing, dressing changes, packing, and other wound treatments as ordered.Perform debridement within the nurse's scope of practice and applicable orders.Provide negative pressure wound therapy (Wound VAC) when trained and authorized.Administer medications and treatments as ordered.Monitor patients for signs of infection, deterioration, or other complications.Educate patients and caregivers regarding wound care, nutrition, pressure relief, skin care, and infection prevention.Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.Obtain and communicate physician orders when changes in treatment are indicated.Complete timely and accurate electronic documentation.Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and case conferences.Maintain compliance with physician orders, agency policies, and applicable Virginia and payer requirements.Qualifications & RequirementsRequired:Current, unrestricted Virginia RN or LPN licenseCurrent CPR/BLS certificationActive professional malpractice insuranceValid driver's licenseReliable transportationCurrent automobile insuranceAbility to travel throughout assigned service areasExcellent communication, assessment, and clinical judgment skillsAbility to work independently in a home care settingBasic computer and EMR proficiencyPreferred:Home health experienceWound care certification (WCC, WOCN, CWCN, or equivalent)Experience with Wound VAC therapyExperience treating diabetic ulcers, venous ulcers, arterial ulcers, pressure injuries, and surgical woundsExperience with Medicare, Medicaid, and OASIS documentationExperience using Alora or similar EMR systemsPatient PopulationOur nurses provide wound care for patients with:Pressure Injuries (Stages 1–4)Diabetic Foot UlcersVenous Stasis UlcersArterial UlcersSurgical IncisionsSkin TearsTraumatic WoundsBurn WoundsOstomy and Peristomal Skin ConditionsChronic Non-Healing WoundsService AreaVision Healthcare proudly serves patients throughout Richmond and surrounding Central Virginia communities, including:RichmondHenricoChesterfieldHanoverMechanicsvilleGlen AllenShort PumpMidlothianSurrounding communitiesWhat We Offer$60 per visit$0.50 per mile mileage reimbursementFlexible schedulingElectronic documentationClinical mentorshipSupportive clinical leadershipProfessional development opportunitiesCollaborative interdisciplinary teamOpportunities for professional growthWhat We're Looking ForWe're seeking nurses who are:Compassionate and patient-focusedDependable and accountableStrong clinical decision-makersOrganized and detail-orientedComfortable working independently in the fieldPassionate about wound healing and improving patients' quality of lifeCommitted to accurate and timely documentationJoin Our TeamIf you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to provide specialized wound care while enjoying the flexibility of home health, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and become part of the Vision Healthcare family.Vision Healthcare, LLCYour Vision. Our Mission.Vision Healthcare, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Requirements: Qualifications & RequirementsRequired:Current, unrestricted Virginia RN or LPN licenseCurrent CPR/BLS certificationActive professional malpractice insuranceValid driver's licenseReliable transportationCurrent automobile insuranceAbility to travel throughout assigned service areasExcellent communication, assessment, and clinical judgment skillsAbility to work independently in a home care settingBasic computer and EMR proficiency