Wound Care LPN — Skin & Wound Specialist

Ascent Healthcare Management; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Valley Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a Wound Nurse to provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with standards of practice. Join a resident-centered facility within the Ascent Health family.

You will perform wound care, monitor turning and positioning, document treatments, and collaborate with physicians and families. Current RN/LPN license and CPR required; 1–3 years of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN/LVN license active in state.
• 1–3 years related nursing experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide wound care and preventive skin care as prescribed.
• Monitor turning and positioning of residents.
• Document treatments and communicate with physician and family about progress.
• Rounds with physician to review care for residents with ulcers or catheter care.
• Assess weekly nutrition/hydration for residents with ulcers and adjust intake as needed.
• Maintain clean treatment cart and restock supplies; follow infection control policies.

Skills

Wound care

Nursing

Documentation

CPR

Education

RN or LPN/LVN license

Job description

Orchard Valley Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a Wound Nurse to provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with standards of practice. Join a resident-centered facility within the Ascent Health family.

You will perform wound care, monitor turning and positioning, document treatments, and collaborate with physicians and families. Current RN/LPN license and CPR required; 1–3 years of related experience preferred.