RN Wound Care Nurse

Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

PTO and holidays

Insurance options

401(k) retirement plan

Continuing education opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Nightingale Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced RN Wound Care Nurse to join our clinical team. You will assess wounds, develop treatment plans, and provide care to residents in a skilled nursing environment.

This role requires collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, therapy and dietary teams, and on-call availability. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, PTO, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Pennsylvania.
• Wound care experience in SNF/long-term care preferred.
• Wound Care Certification (WCC/WOCN) preferred, but not required.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive wound assessments and ongoing evaluations of resident skin integrity.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized wound care treatment plans.
• Perform wound treatments and dressing changes in accordance with physician orders and clinical protocols.
• Monitor and document wound progress, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy, and dietary teams to optimize healing outcomes.
• Provide education and guidance to residents, families, and staff regarding wound prevention and treatment.
• Participate in quality assurance and infection prevention initiatives related to wound management.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations regarding documentation and care delivery.
• Serve as a clinical resource for pressure injury prevention and skin care management.
• Participate in the facility's on-call rotation schedule as assigned.

Skills

Wound assessment

Wound care

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Resident-centered care

Education

RN license (PA)

Wound Care Certification (WCC/WOCN)

Job description

RN Wound Care Nurse

Join the Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center Team

Monday-Friday Position. This position will be part of the facilities on-call rotation

Nightingale Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented RN Wound Care Nurse to join our clinical team. As a RN Wound Care Nurse, you will play a critical role in promoting healing, preventing complications, and improving quality outcomes for our residents through comprehensive wound assessment and management.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive wound assessments and ongoing evaluations of resident skin integrity
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized wound care treatment plans
• Perform wound treatments and dressing changes in accordance with physician orders and clinical protocols
• Monitor and document wound progress, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy, and dietary teams to optimize healing outcomes
• Provide education and guidance to residents, families, and staff regarding wound prevention and treatment
• Participate in quality assurance and infection prevention initiatives related to wound management
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations regarding documentation and care delivery
• Serve as a clinical resource for pressure injury prevention and skin care management
• Participate in the facility's on-call rotation schedule as assigned

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania, in good standing
• Previous wound care experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, or acute care setting preferred
• Wound Care Certification (WCC, WOCN, or similar) preferred, but not required
• Strong assessment, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to positively impact resident outcomes and quality of life