Wound Care Nurse (RN/LPN)

CCH Healthcare; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

CCH Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse (RN/LPN) for a Full-Time position in Hickory, NC. The role focuses on assessing, treating, and managing wounds and collaborating with interprofessional teams to provide high-quality patient care.

The position requires an active RN or LPN license in North Carolina (or compact) and preferably a Wound Care Certification. Experience in wound care within long-term or acute care settings is valued.

Qualifications

• Active RN or LPN license in North Carolina or compact state.
• Wound Care Certification (WCC, CWON, CWOCN, or similar) preferred.
• Experience in wound care, long-term care, or acute care preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and monitor wounds, pressure ulcers, and other skin conditions.
• Develop and implement wound care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Educate staff, patients, and families on wound prevention and care.
• Administer appropriate treatments, dressings, and interventions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of wound care procedures and progress.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and infection control guidelines.

Skills

Active RN/LPN license

Wound care certification

Wound care experience

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Job description

Job Title: Wound Care Nurse (RN/LPN)
Location: Hickory market
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

A SNF is seeking a dedicated and experienced Wound Care Nurse (RN/LPN) to join our compassionate healthcare team. The Wound Care Nurse will be responsible for assessing, treating, and managing wounds while providing high-quality patient care in accordance with best practices and facility policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, treat, and monitor wounds, pressure ulcers, and other skin conditions.

• Develop and implement wound care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.

• Educate staff, patients, and families on wound prevention and care.

• Administer appropriate treatments, dressings, and interventions.

• Maintain accurate documentation of wound care procedures and progress.

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and infection control guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Active RN or LPN license in North carolina or compact.

• Wound Care Certification (WCC, CWON, CWOCN, or similar) preferred.

• Experience in wound care, long-term care, or acute care preferred.

• Strong assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.

• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and retirement plans

• Professional development and continuing education opportunities