RN Wound Care Nurse

Island Lake Center; Longwood (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Daily Pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Training & development

Career advancement

Supportive environment

Job summary

Island Lake Center in Florida is seeking an experienced Wound Care Nurse (RN) to provide specialized wound management, assess wounds, develop treatment plans, and ensure evidence‑based care with precise documentation.

This full‑time role (8a–5p, Monday–Friday with weekend on‑call) emphasizes safety and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, resident and family education, and ongoing care plan updates. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; RN program graduate required.
• Current, active RN license.
• Peripheral IV certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience.
• Experience with geriatrics or subacute populations preferred.
• Management or leadership experience a plus.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and updated care plans for all skin impairments.
• Conduct weekly wound rounds with the wound consultant.
• Perform and document weekly wound measurements with accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor and evaluate all new pressure-related skin openings and determine root causes.
• Assess and manage surgical, arterial, venous, and other complex wounds.
• Ensure all treatments, changes, and follow-up needs are documented thoroughly.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on wound care procedures and expectations.
• Demonstrate wound care techniques to caregivers to support staff competency.
• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team to support coordinated care.

Skills

Wound care expertise

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education to residents/families

Documentation accuracy

Education

BSN preferred

RN program graduate

Tools

Peripheral IV certification

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Island Lake Center -

Wound Care Nurse (RN)

Provide Skilled, Compassionate Wound Management

Shift: Full Time 8a-5p (Monday to Friday) With Weekend on Call Rotation

We are seeking an experienced Wound Care Nurse to provide specialized care and support effective wound healing for residents. This role focuses on clinical accuracy, consistent documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high‑quality patient outcomes.

About the Role

The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for assessing wounds, developing individualized treatment plans, monitoring healing progress, identifying complications, and ensuring that all wounds are treated and dressed according to evidence‑based standards. This role supports residents through the full healing process with a focus on safety, precision, and consistent follow‑up.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and updated care plans for all skin impairments.

• Conduct weekly wound rounds with the wound consultant.

• Perform and document weekly wound measurements with accuracy and timeliness.

• Monitor and evaluate all new pressure‑related skin openings and determine root causes.

• Assess and manage surgical, arterial, venous, and other complex wounds.

• Ensure all treatments, changes, and follow‑up needs are documented thoroughly.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on wound care procedures and expectations.

• Demonstrate wound care techniques to caregivers to support staff competency.

• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team to support coordinated care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; graduate of an accredited RN program required.

• Current, active RN license.

• Peripheral IV certification.

• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience required.

• Experience with geriatrics or subacute populations preferred.

• Management or leadership experience a plus.

• Current CPR/BLS certification.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• Daily Pay option available.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off and retirement plan options.

• Training and development opportunities.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compliance notice (Florida): This position requires background screening through the Florida Clearinghouse. For more information, visit: info.flclearinghouse.com. This URL is provided to meet state posting requirements.