Wound Care Program Lead (Acute Care)

Kindred Hospital San Antonio Central; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital San Antonio Central, located inside Baptist Medical Center, focuses on long-term, complex wound care and patient recovery after critical illness. The Wound Care Coordinatorship includes leading standardization, protocol development, and collaboration with the care team to optimize outcomes.

The role involves direct patient care, ongoing staff training, and participation in quality improvement, ensuring thorough documentation and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Current state RN license; BSN preferred; WOCN/CWS or WCC within 12 months.
• BLS certification.
• 1-3 years of acute care nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the facility wound care program and standards.
• Provide direct patient care and support to staff.
• Consult with physicians and staff on wound care.
• Educate staff on wound care products.
• Assess wounds on admission and during care.
• Manage referrals and documentation.
• Review records and ensure proper wound care documentation.
• Participate in CMS data reporting and QA initiatives.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Wound care knowledge

Leadership

Program management

English fluency

Attendance

0% travel

Education

Nursing degree

RN license

BSN preferred

WOCN/CWS or WCC within 12 months

BLS certification

Job description

Kindred Hospital San Antonio Central, located inside Baptist Medical Center, focuses on long-term, complex wound care and patient recovery after critical illness. The Wound Care Coordinatorship includes leading standardization, protocol development, and collaboration with the care team to optimize outcomes.

The role involves direct patient care, ongoing staff training, and participation in quality improvement, ensuring thorough documentation and evidence-based practice.