Wound Care Clinician

Kindred; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) seeks a qualified nurse to implement wound care policies and provide direct patient assistance under supervision. You will collaborate with physicians and staff to manage wounds and participate in discharge planning.

The role requires an RN/LPN/LVN license, BLS certification, and at least three years of acute care nursing experience. Fluent English, excellent attendance, and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced LTACH/ARU

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program leading to licensure as an RN or LPN/LVN.
• Current state RN or LPN/LVN license; BLS certification.
• Three years nursing experience in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Implements wound care policies and standards of care.
• Provides direct patient care assistance to staff nurses.
• Consults on wound care with physicians and clinical staff.
• Reviews wound status with supervising nurse and Wound Care Coordinator.
• Participates in discharge planning and wound care product evaluation.

Skills

Wound care

Nursing

Team leadership

Patient care

Problem solving

Education

RN/LPN/LVN license

Nursing degree

Job description

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU)

provide specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. Our long‑term acute care hospital (LTACH) offers advanced, hospital‑level treatment for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended stays. In addition, our Acute Rehabilitation Unit is dedicated to helping patients recover from the effects of acute injuries, impairments, or illnesses. With a focus on personalized care, both the LTACH and ARU collaborate with your physician to provide 24/7 clinical care, ensuring continuous support on your path to recovery.

Job Summary

Implements policies and procedures, along with standards of care and practice related to patient care needs involving various types of wounds. Provides direct patient care assistance to staff nurses and acts as consultative service regarding wound care to clinical staff. Performs wound care functions under the oversight of a Wound Care Coordinator.

Essential Functions

• Provides care for patients whose primary needs involve wounds.
• Evaluates all wounds upon admission and ongoing to determine treatment plan and provide early problem identification.
• Reviews initial treatment plan with the supervising Registered Nurse and Wound Care Coordinator.
• Reports to the supervising Registered Nurse and Wound Care Coordinator any change of wound status.
• Assists in planning patient’s care for treatment of wounds and prevention of wounds.
• Evaluates products and cost effectiveness for use in hospital and makes recommendation.
• Reviews and participates in developing discharge plans.
• Educates staff on products available for use in hospital.
• Evaluates culture results, wound progression, and collaborates with physician and Wound Care Coordinator on treatment plan.
• Assists as needed with completion of root cause analysis and CMS quality data reporting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to adapt to new situations, set priorities, and utilize problem‑solving techniques.
• Knowledge of wound care.
• Knowledge in wound debridement as indicated within level and scope of practice.
• Ability to serve as resources to nursing staff in complex wound management.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop others individually and as a team.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program leading to licensure as an LPN/LVN or RN.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current state RN or LPN/LVN license.
• BLS certification.

Experience

• Three (3) years nursing experience with experience as an acute care nurse.