RN Wound Nurse

Emerald Healthcare; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental/Vision Insurance

AFLAC: Life/Term, Hospital, Short Term

401K

Vacation time and Sick time

Job summary

Emerald Care Center Claremore is seeking a Wound Care/Infection Prevention Nurse to assess, plan, and implement comprehensive wound care and infection surveillance for residents. The role requires strong clinical skills and a commitment to exceptional patient care.

The position reports to the Nurse Manager/DON and operates weekdays, with a focus on wound management, prevention, and staff education to maintain high-quality care in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN license with valid state license. WCC and IP certification required; willing to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum 2 years wound care experience, preferably in skilled nursing or similar healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan individualized wound care/infection prevention for residents.
• Administer wound care treatments: dressings, debridement, topical agents; follow infection control practices.
• Lead infection prevention surveillance and document findings for QA/QI committee.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop and adjust treatment plans.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records per facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Educate residents, families, and nursing staff on wound care and prevention practices.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Wound care

Infection control

Team collaboration

Documentation

Communication

Education

RN or LPN license

WCC certification

IP certification

Job description

Wound Care/Infection Control Nurse (Dual Role)

Job Title

Wound Care/Infection Prevention Nurse

Location

Claremore, OK

Department

Nursing

Reports to

Nurse Manager/DON

Position Type

Fulltime - M-F 8a-430p

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Wound Care/Infection Preventionist Nurse to join our dedicated team at Emerald Care Center Claremore. The Wound Care/Infection Prevention Nurse will play a critical role in assessing, planning, and implementing comprehensive wound care/infection surveillance for our residents. This role requires a deep understanding of wound care management/infection surveillance, excellent clinical skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Education REQUIRED: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)with a valid state nursing license. Wound Care Certification (WCC) and Infection Preventionist (IP) certification required. *If not currently certified, MUST be willing to obtain certification within thirty (30) days of hire.*
• Experience: Minimum of 2 year of experience in wound care, preferably in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting.

Work Environment

This position operates in a clinical healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of residents’ wounds/infection prevention. Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessment findings and best practices.
• Wound Treatment: Administer wound care treatments, including dressing changes, debridement, and application of topical agents. Ensure proper techniques and infection control practices are followed.
• Infection Preventionist: The Infection Preventionist serves as the leader in surveillance activities, maintains documentation of incidents, findings, and any corrective actions made by the facility and reports surveillance findings to the facility’s Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee.
• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and develop treatment plans. Provide education and guidance to nursing staff on wound care/infection prevention practices and protocols.
• Monitoring and Documentation: Regularly monitor and document the progress of wound healing/infection prevention, changes in condition, and response to treatments. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Patient and Family Education: Educate residents and their families on wound care/infection prevention procedures, prevention strategies, and the importance of adherence to treatment plans. Address any questions or concerns regarding wound care/infection prevention.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to wound care/infection prevention.
• Emergency Response: Respond to urgent wound care/infection prevention needs and manage complex wound cases in collaboration with other healthcare team members.

Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in wound care management and treatment techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• AFLAC: Life Whole/Term, Hospital, Short Term, Accidental
• 401K
• 8 days Vacation, 5 days Sick, 6 Holidays
• Daily Pay
• Employee Recognition