Licensed Practical Nurse Wound Care

McLaren Health Care; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to treat and manage patients with skin integrity issues related to acute or chronic wounds. You will collaborate with medical staff to create care plans and provide education to patients and staff on wound management.

The role emphasizes team-based care, ongoing professional development, and ensuring clear communication of care plans across the continuum. On-call duties and a full-time schedule are required.

Qualifications

• Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Certified or eligible for WOCN certification within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop, revise and implement plan of care for wounds and skin integrity issues.
• Collaborate with medical staff to create treatment plans for complex wounds.
• Provide education and training to staff on wound assessment and management.
• Assess patient learning needs and provide education for self-care.
• Ensure plan of care is communicated across the care continuum.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing education.

Skills

Wound care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

WOCN Certification (or eligible)

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for treatment and management of patients with altered skin integrity due to acute or chronic wounds. Provides support, education, and guidance to patients and staff while working as part of a team to create a plan of care.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Develops, revises and implements appropriate plan of care for patients with skin integrity issues.
• Collaborates with medical staff to create treatment plans for patients with complex wounds.
• Provides education and training to nursing and medical staff related to the assessment and promotion of skin integrity and wound management.
• Evaluates patient and family learning needs and provides education to assure understanding and ability to complete self-care.
• Assures that plan of care is communicated across the care continuum.
• Maintains professional competence through continuing education.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Qualifications

• Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Certified or eligible for certification by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses (If not currently certified must become certified within twenty-four (24) months of hire/transfer date.)

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Requisition ID: 26010628
• Daily Work Times: 7:00am- 3:30pm
• Hours Per Pay Period: 80
• On Call: Yes
• Weekends: No