Wound Care Nurse: Lead Prevention & Healing

Caring Place Healthcare Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

PTO and birthday PTO day

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caring Place Healthcare Group is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse to lead and support our wound prevention and treatment programs in Ohio. The role focuses on assessing and treating wounds, developing care plans, and coordinating multidisciplinary care to improve resident outcomes.

Qualified candidates will hold an Ohio nursing license (LPN/RN) with CPR certification and have at least 1 year of wound care experience. The organization emphasizes compassionate care and professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current LPN or RN license in the State of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in wound care required.
• At least 3 years of experience in healthcare or long-term care preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills.
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and monitor residents with acute and chronic wounds.
• Develop and implement individualized wound care plans and prevention strategies.
• Conduct routine rounds to evaluate risk factors and ensure appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and treatment plans.
• Educate and guide nursing staff on wound care protocols, prevention techniques, and best practices.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all wound care plans and regulatory requirements.
• Track and report wound care data, including pressure ulcers and treatment outcomes.
• Evaluate new admissions and existing residents for pressure ulcer risk and implement preventative measures.
• Ensure proper supply levels of wound care materials and equipment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support regulatory surveys.
• Provide education and emotional support to residents and families.

Skills

OH nursing license

CPR certification

Wound care experience

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Compassionate care

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Caring Place Healthcare Group is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse to lead and support our wound prevention and treatment programs in Ohio. The role focuses on assessing and treating wounds, developing care plans, and coordinating multidisciplinary care to improve resident outcomes.

Qualified candidates will hold an Ohio nursing license (LPN/RN) with CPR certification and have at least 1 year of wound care experience. The organization emphasizes compassionate care and professional development.