Wound Care Nurse (LVN)

Cypress Grove Post Acute is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Jackson, Tennessee, offering 170 certified beds. The facility is both Medicare- and Medicaid-certified, providing services such as long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized support, including dietary planning and therapy.

Why Join us?

At Cypress Grove Post Acute, we are more than just a skilled nursing facility - we are a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care for our residents. When you join us, you become part of a supportive and rewarding environment where your skills make a difference.

Position Overview:

As a Wound Care Nurse, you would be responsible for overseeing the wound care program for the entire facility, ensuring best practices are followed, and coordinating care across interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate is experienced in wound care, has excellent assessment and communication skills, and is passionate about improving patient outcomes.

• Oversee the wound care program for the facility, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and facility standards.
• Conduct comprehensive skin and wound assessments; develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct wound care as needed, while primarily functioning in a leadership and coordination role.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy, and dietary teams to ensure optimal wound healing and prevention strategies.
• Track, document, and report wound healing progress, infection control issues, and trends in wound development.
• Educate and train nursing staff on wound care best practices, documentation, and prevention strategies.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as they relate to skin and wound care.
• Serve as the facility’s point person for wound-related audits, surveys, and external inspections.

Qualifications

• Active RN or LPN license in the state of Tennessee.
• Wound Care Certification (e.g., WCC, WOCN) preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 1 year in wound care strongly preferred.
• Skilled nursing facility experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to lead, educate, and collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication abilities.

For Full Time, What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.
• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  
• Paid orientation and training programs.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.