Wound Care Nurse (RN/LPN) — Lead Skin Integrity

Outfield Healthcare Partners; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Outfield Healthcare Partners is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our skilled nursing team in Independence, Missouri. The role leads skin integrity and wound management programs to promote healing, prevent breakdown, and ensure regulatory compliance.

If you're passionate about wound care, quality outcomes, and making a real difference for residents, this role is for you. Walk-in interviews welcome.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program.
• Active Missouri nursing license (required).
• Minimum 1 year wound care experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
• 2+ years of skilled nursing facility experience preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of skin integrity programs, prevention strategies, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive skin and wound assessments.
• Obtain and carry out wound care treatment orders.
• Monitor wound healing progress and recommend treatment changes.
• Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately.
• Track pressure ulcers and skin alterations, including weekly measurements and reports.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of Braden risk assessments.
• Implement and monitor preventive interventions for at-risk residents.
• Educate nursing staff on wound care protocols and best practices.
• Coordinate wound care supplies with central supply.
• Assist DON and Medical Director with case reviews related to pressure injuries.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Stay current on state, federal, and industry wound care standards.

Skills

Wound care

Assessment

Documentation

Communication

Education

RN or LPN program

Job description

Outfield Healthcare Partners is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse (RN or LPN) to join our skilled nursing team in Independence, Missouri. The role leads skin integrity and wound management programs to promote healing, prevent breakdown, and ensure regulatory compliance.

If you're passionate about wound care, quality outcomes, and making a real difference for residents, this role is for you. Walk-in interviews welcome.