Wound Care Director — Lead Healing & Prevention Excellence

ALIYA on 87th; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

On-Demand Pay Option

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

ALIYA on 87th is seeking an experienced Wound Care Director to oversee assessment, prevention, treatment, and ongoing management of wounds for residents. You will work with nursing leadership, physicians, and staff to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care and positive outcomes.

Illinois RN or LPN license required; Bachelor's in Nursing preferred; 1 year of clinical nursing experience with wound care; WCC/CWCN/CWS/CWOCN certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois RN or LPN license in good standing.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care.
• Previous wound care experience required.
• Wound care certification such as WCC, CWCN, CWS, or CWOCN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the facility’s wound care program.
• Conduct comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor wound healing and revise interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Perform wound treatments and ensure care is provided according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, dietitians, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Identify residents at risk for skin breakdown and implement appropriate prevention strategies.
• Monitor pressure injuries, diabetic wounds, venous and arterial ulcers, and other skin integrity concerns.
• Ensure accurate and timely wound assessments, treatment records, and documentation.
• Educate nursing staff on wound prevention, treatment, documentation, and best practices.
• Monitor wound-related clinical outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary meetings related to wound care.
• Coordinate with outside wound care providers and specialists as needed.
• Ensure wound care practices comply with facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based wound care practices, products, and treatment approaches.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Administrator.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Wound assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Documentation

Education

Illinois RN or LPN license

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Wound care certification (WCC/CWCN/CWS/CWOCN)

Job description

ALIYA on 87th is seeking an experienced Wound Care Director to oversee assessment, prevention, treatment, and ongoing management of wounds for residents. You will work with nursing leadership, physicians, and staff to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care and positive outcomes.

Illinois RN or LPN license required; Bachelor's in Nursing preferred; 1 year of clinical nursing experience with wound care; WCC/CWCN/CWS/CWOCN certifications preferred.