Burn ICU Wound Care Technician | Full-Time

Parkland Health; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health is seeking a Wound Care Technician for a full-time role with rotating 12-hour and 8-hour shifts. You will provide wound care, assist with basic patient care tasks, and document care under licensed supervision.

The ideal candidate may have 2 years in Med/Surg or completion of a nursing assistant/MA/PCT program, with a current BLS certification or equivalent. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have completed or be enrolled in an accredited nursing program and provide fundamentals of nursing documentation.
• Must have either 2 years Med/Surg experience or completion of an approved nurse aide/medical assisting program.
• Must hold or be eligible for a current CNA, MA, or PCT credential per Parkland policy.
• BLS or Heart Saver certification required within grace period as stated.

Responsibilities

• Assist with wound care and related activities.
• Perform basic hygiene care, non-sterile treatments, vitals, and ROM exercises under supervision.
• Escort and transport patients while maintaining patient confidentiality and rights.
• Maintain sanitation, infection control, and equipment safety; report deficiencies.
• Document care in the medical record and communicate with health team members.
• Support patient advocacy and respond to patient needs and requests.
• Contribute to staff training and maintain professional growth through in-services.

Skills

Reading and writing

Effective communication

Documentation in medical records

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Two years Med/Surg experience

Nurse aide course

Certified nurse aide registry

Medical assistant course

Medical assistant certificate

Patient care technician course

Patient care technician certificate

Enrolled in nursing school with fundamentals

Graduate from accredited nursing school

Parkland’s job-specific training program

Job description

Parkland Health is seeking a Wound Care Technician for a full-time role with rotating 12-hour and 8-hour shifts. You will provide wound care, assist with basic patient care tasks, and document care under licensed supervision.

The ideal candidate may have 2 years in Med/Surg or completion of a nursing assistant/MA/PCT program, with a current BLS certification or equivalent. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.