RN or LPN Wound Nurse

Gates Health and Rehabilitation Center; Gatesville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Wound/Treatment Nurse (RN or LPN) to coordinate and provide wound care and prescribed treatments for residents on the day shift. This full- or part-time role focuses on skin integrity, healing outcomes, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate is organized, clinically strong, and passionate about wound management, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with physicians, families, and the nursing team to ensure high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Current, active RN or LPN license in the United States.
• Wound care experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of skin integrity and wound protocols.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet regulatory timelines.
• Effective communication with physicians, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer physician-ordered wound care and treatments.
• Perform skin assessments on all new admissions and ongoing residents.
• Monitor, document, and photograph wound progress and interventions.
• Communicate changes in wound condition to physicians, nursing leadership, and families as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely wound documentation and treatment records.
• Participate in care planning, MDS support, and interdisciplinary collaboration related to wound care.
• Assist with tube feedings and related treatments as assigned.
• Order wound care supplies and maintain inventory levels.
• Participate in quality assurance, survey readiness, and audits related to skin integrity.
• Provide education and guidance to nursing staff on wound care practices.
• Complete incident reports and documentation related to skin or treatment concerns.
• Ensure treatment areas are clean, safe, and compliant with infection control standards.

Skills

Wound care

Documentation

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Wound / Treatment Nurse (RN or LPN)

Full-Time | Part-Time | Day Shift

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Wound / Treatment Nurse (RN or LPN) to coordinate and provide wound care and prescribed treatments for residents. This role is critical to skin integrity, healing outcomes, regulatory compliance, and overall quality of care.

This position is ideal for a nurse who is organized, clinically strong, and passionate about wound management and treatment accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer physician-ordered wound care and treatments
• Perform skin assessments on all new admissions and ongoing residents
• Monitor, photograph, and document wound progress and interventions
• Communicate changes in wound condition to physicians, nursing leadership, and families as appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely wound documentation and treatment records
• Participate in care planning, MDS support, and interdisciplinary collaboration related to wound care
• Assist with tube feedings and related treatments as assigned
• Order wound care supplies and maintain appropriate inventory levels
• Participate in quality assurance, survey readiness, and audits related to skin integrity
• Provide education and guidance to nursing staff on wound care practices
• Complete incident reports and documentation related to skin or treatment concerns
• Ensure treatment areas are clean, safe, and compliant with infection control standards

Qualifications

• Current, active RN or LPN license in the state
• Wound care or treatment nursing experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of skin integrity, wound staging, and treatment protocols
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and meet regulatory timelines
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking throughout the facility
• Bending, lifting, and assisting residents with positioning and treatments
• Exposure to clinical environments, bodily fluids, and wound care supplies

Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Why Join Us

• Specialized nursing role with direct impact on resident outcomes
• Opportunity to focus on wound care and treatment excellence
• Supportive nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teamwork
• Purpose-driven work in long-term care