Wound Care & Admissions Nurse

Peaks Healthcare; Casper (WY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi is seeking an Admissions and Wound Care Nurse (RN) to join our clinical team in Wyoming. The role combines admission coordination with expert wound care, requiring strong clinical judgment and compassionate patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include assessing wounds, planning treatments, coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team, and educating patients and families on best practices to promote healing and prevent recurrence. BLS is required; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in good standing in Wyoming is required.
• BSN preferred.
• Experience in wound care nursing or related clinical specialty is strongly preferred.
• BLS certification is required; wound care certification (WCC/CWCN) preferred or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions with interdisciplinary team to prepare for resident arrival.
• Assess wounds and overall health to tailor treatment plans.
• Clean, dress, and manage wounds using sterile techniques; assist with debridement if needed.
• Develop and implement tailored wound care plans based on best practices.
• Monitor healing progress and update care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on wound care, infection prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, PTs, and nursing staff for comprehensive care.
• Ensure infection control standards and facility protocols are followed.
• Serve as a wound care resource and support for nursing staff.

Skills

RN License

Wound care

EMR proficiency

Infection control

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an Admissions & Wound Care Nurse (RN) to join our clinical team. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering evidence-based wound care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Admission Coordination

  • Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team (nursing, therapy, dietary, social services) to prepare for the resident’s arrival.

  • Ensure the appropriate room, equipment, and staff are ready.

  • Provide orientation to the resident and family upon admission (policies, routines, rights, and expectations).

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' wounds and overall health status to determine appropriate and individualized treatment plans.

• Pre-Admission & Referral Management

  • Review incoming referrals from hospitals, clinics, or other facilities.

  • Communicate with physicians and discharge planners to gather medical history, current care needs, and treatment plans.

• Dressing and Wound Care: Clean, dress, and manage wounds using sterile techniques, including performing or assisting with debridement when necessary.

• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement tailored wound care plans based on best practices, current research, and clinical evaluation.

• Monitoring and Documentation: Monitor and document wound healing progress accurately, updating care plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.

• Patient and Caregiver Education: Educate patients and their families on best practices for wound care, infection prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices to promote healing and prevent recurrence.

• Collaboration: Work closely with an interdisciplinary care team—including physicians, dietitians, physical therapists, and nursing staff to coordinate comprehensive care.

• Infection Control and Compliance: Ensure all wound care practices adhere to infection control standards, regulatory guidelines, and facility protocols.

• Clinical Resource: Serve as a wound care resource and support for nursing staff, …

Qualifications and Skills

• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Wyoming (required).

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

• Experience: Previous experience in wound care nursing or a related clinical specialty strongly preferred.

• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required).

  • Wound care certification (WCC, CWCN, or equivalent) preferred or willingness to obtain.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

  • Strong clinical knowledge of current wound care research, protocols, products, and prevention strategies.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift, push, and move equipment or patients as needed.

• Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands for dressing changes and assessments.

• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infection risks, and various clinical environments