Wound Care Nurse

Capitol Hill Healthcare; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol Hill Healthcare in Montgomery, AL seeks a Wound Care Nurse to provide specialized wound care support for residents in a skilled nursing facility. The role emphasizes assessment, dressing changes, prevention, and collaborative care planning.

Ideal candidates are LPNs with licensure, experience in wound care, and proficiency with electronic health records; strong communication and compassionate patient interaction are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of an LPN program and licensure.
• Previous wound care experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and compassionate patient care.
• Wound care certification or training preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Wound Assessment: Assist in assessing residents with wounds under supervision and document findings.
• Wound Dressing Changes: Perform routine and complex wound dressing changes per care plan with aseptic technique.
• Skin Integrity Monitoring: Regularly monitor skin integrity and report changes to the team.
• Wound Prevention: Develop and implement preventive measures with the team and educate residents/families.
• Communication: Coordinate with nursing staff and wound care team for comprehensive care planning.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of wound care interventions and outcomes.
• Patient and Family Support: Provide education and emotional support to residents and families.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Education

LPN program & licensure

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Job Location: Montgomery, AL 36104

Education Level: Certification / Licensure

Job Shift: First

The Wound Care Nurse is a crucial member of the healthcare team, specializing in wound care support for residents within our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). This position requires a dedicated and compassionate individual with a strong understanding of wound care principles and a commitment to promoting the healing and well-being of residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Wound Assessment:
  
  
  
  • Assist in the assessment of residents with wounds, under the supervision of the nursing and wound care team.
  
  
  • Document wound characteristics, progress, and any observed complications.
  
  
  
  


• Wound Dressing Changes:
  
  
  
  • Perform routine and complex wound dressing changes according to the established care plan and under the guidance of licensed healthcare professionals.
  
  
  • Ensure aseptic technique is maintained during all wound care procedures.
  
  
  
  


• Skin Integrity Monitoring:
  
  
  
  • Regularly monitor and assess the skin integrity of residents at risk of developing wounds.
  
  
  • Report any changes or concerns to the nursing and wound care team.
  
  
  
  


• Wound Prevention:
  
  
  
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement preventive measures for residents at risk of developing wounds.
  
  
  • Provide education to residents and their families on wound prevention strategies.
  
  
  
  


• Communication:
  
  
  
  • Communicate effectively with the nursing staff, wound care team, and other healthcare professionals regarding residents' wound care needs.
  
  
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care planning.
  
  
  
  


• Record Keeping:
  
  
  
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of wound care interventions and outcomes.
  
  
  • Assist in the completion of documentation related to wound assessments and care.
  
  
  
  


• Patient and Family Support:
  
  
  
  • Provide emotional support and education to residents and their families regarding wound care procedures, healing processes, and expectations.
  
  
  • Address resident and family inquiries regarding wound care in a compassionate and informative manner.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Completion of a (LPN) program and applicable licensure.


• Previous experience in wound care or related healthcare role is preferred.


• Strong attention to detail and a compassionate approach to patient care.


• Certification in Wound Care or completion of a wound care training program is preferred.


• Familiarity with electronic health record systems.


• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Working Conditions

• Works in office area(s), warehouse, pharmacy, and some positions work in a long-term care environment (i.e. nursing home, drug rooms, nurses’ stations resident rooms, etc.).


• Moves intermittently during working hours.


• Is subject to frequent interruptions.


• Is involved with customers, and customer representatives, family members, residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.


• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.


• Communicate with the designated facility staff, nursing personnel, residents, or family members.


• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.


• Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).


• Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate.


• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.


• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.


• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS, COVID-19, and Hepatitis B viruses.


• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.

Specific Requirements

• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept.


• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.


• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with customers, personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.


• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation) (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.


• Must be able to read, speak, and understandably write the English language.


• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.


• Must function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with customers, residents, personnel, and support agencies.


• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this company, which include a medical and physical examination if the position requires.


• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

All Other Duties as Assigned. I understand this job description and its requirements; I understand that this is not an exclusive list of the job functions and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned; I understand the job functions may be altered by management without notice and that I am an at-will employee.