Wound Care Nurse- Weekend

TieTalent; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare facility in Knoxville is seeking a dedicated Wound Care Nurse to enhance patient care and recovery. This role involves assessing wounds, applying innovative management techniques, and educating both staff and families. With a commitment to compassionate care, the facility offers competitive wages, benefits, and professional growth opportunities. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and perseverance, ensuring every patient receives the highest quality of care. If you are a motivated and organized individual with a passion for nursing, this position is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Tuition Assistance

Professional Advancement Programs

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with current RN or LPN licensure.
• At least two years of experience in medical/surgical or rehabilitation nursing.

Responsibilities

• Perform wound assessment and management across all patient populations.
• Educate staff and families on wound care and management.

Skills

Wound Assessment

Patient Comfort

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Nursing Program

Tools

Wound Management Innovations

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About

Westmoreland Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Wound Care Nurse to join our family!

All Your Needs. All Our Hearts.

Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, Westmoreland is the second largest facility of its kind in the city. We offer care for residents and patients relying on us for life enrichment and quality care.

We provide various employment opportunities, competitive wages, benefits, tuition assistance, and professional advancement programs.

Our services include Respite Care, Long-term Care, Memory Care, and Rehabilitation. Westmoreland has been a vital part of the community for over 40 years.

Location: 5837 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville TN 37919

Compensation: $35-$40/hour (RN) / $26-$29 (LPN)

Your Role in the Company

You will understand the anatomy and physiology related to healing and wound management. Your scientific knowledge will guide therapeutic treatments, ensuring patient comfort and effective skin care.

You will assess wounds, understand the latest wound management innovations, and educate staff and families. Your documentation and involvement in quality assurance are critical to patient outcomes and risk prevention.

You will apply basic principles such as positioning, diet, and hygiene to promote skin health. Your intervention skills will be vital in patient recovery, especially in pain management and comfort care.

Elements of the Position

• Perform wound assessment, reassessment, and management across all patient populations.
• Understand anatomy, physiology, and disorders of relevant systems.
• Utilize current wound management principles for acute and chronic wounds.
• Develop skin care programs to prevent breakdown.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with current licensure as an LPN or RN.
• At least two years of experience in medical/surgical or rehabilitation nursing.
• Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse (CWOCN) or Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN).
• Motivated, organized, and able to prioritize tasks.
• Effective communication skills and team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to learn and train others.

Additional Values

We value courage, commitment, optimism, motivation, compassionate care, integrity, teamwork, kindness, and perseverance.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, maintain a drug-free workplace, and conduct pre-employment testing. All information is confidential per EEO guidelines.